Low-Cost Recipes

We have also nicknamed this recipe "Hair on the Chest Chili" due to it being too spicey for my husband's taste. Ok, we have a slightly weird sense of humor at times in my household.

List of Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef; cooked; drained
• 1 can of diced tomatoes with chilies; do not drain
• 3 cans of chili seasoned kidney beans
• 1 package of chili seasoning mix
• 2 8-ounce cans of tomato sauce
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon minced garlic
• (optional)1/4 cup onions; chopped
• (optional)1/4 cup green peppers; chopped

Preparation:

In a large dutch oven combine all ingredients then simmer over medium, stirring occassionally, for at least 30 minutes although closer to 1 hour is better, in my opinion. Let it simmer, not come to a boil. Serve.

Servings: 6 to 8; depending on heavy-handed you are with the ladle.

Garnishments (optional): Sprinkle a small amount of cheddar cheese on top after dipping.

Family Rating: 5 out of 5 wanted seconds.

I take the label from the meat package, that shares the 'sell by' date. When I freeze the meat, I slip this label into the plastic bag as well. I do this even with the meats I cook and then measure out into packets for later use. Not only to help identify what meats are in what bag but also to know what meats to use first in the freezer.