RANDY'S ALMOST FAMOUS CHILI

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I developed this Chili recipe several years ago & I won 2nd place in a local chili contest. It's become a family & friend favorite...my brother-in-law is considered a "chili connoisseur" & he says it's the best he has ever had! One time, a friend's wife ate 5 bowls of it, that I KNOW of.....YIKES!!! Hope you enjoy it, too! BTW....I do NOT put in kidney beans or macaroni, but you do whatever you like. IMO that's a darn good way to ruin chili!!!

Provided by Ackman

Categories     Onions

Time 8h30m

Yield 1 large crockpot, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 -4 lbs ground chuck
1 large Spanish onion, coarsely chopped
2 -3 stalks celery, coarsely chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped fine
1 1/2 teaspoons Lawry's Seasoned Salt
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 cups tomato juice
1 (10 ounce) can green chilies, drained & chopped (I use the mild)
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons sea salt
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 -3 teaspoons hot sauce (I use TRAPPEY'S)

Steps:

  • In a large dutch oven or skillet, melt 2 T. butter flavored CRISCO.
  • Add the first 4 ingredients & season with the LAWRY's.
  • Cook & stir occasionally, until all pink is almost gone & vegetables are soft, but not brown.
  • Drain well.
  • Place in a large crockpot.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Using your hands, crush the the whole tomatoes.
  • Stir well.
  • Cook on low setting for 6-8 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Correct the seasonings to your taste.
  • Best if cooled & reheated the next day.
  • Serve with a crusty bread or corn bread.
  • ENJOY!

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