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Justin's Hoosier Daddy Chili

“This is a wonderful chili recipe that I have used to win chili cook-offs in Indiana. It's hearty and spicy award winning chili that is sure to hit the spot on a cold winter's night. The key is in using name brand tomato soup, I have tried it with others but haven't gotten the same results. Your friends will never guess the secret ingredient. Enjoy!”

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Reviewed: Sep. 30, 2007

Good recipe! Modifies well- I doubled the meat and used a combo of ground beef and ground turkey. I didn't double the wet ingredients, more like 2/3 double. I used 2 cans tomato soup, 2 cans diced tomatoes, 1/2 bottle of beer, no chx broth. It was really good and our non-adventurous friend loved it. This is the kind of recipe that wins chili cookoffs- good enough to please everyone! Thanks!

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Reviewed: Sep. 25, 2007

One of the best chilis I have ever had, besides my mom's. This chili has quite a punch to it, so be careful with the cayenne pepper. My husband and I usually both have to eat this with a Kleenex near by but that's the way we like it!

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Tracy2303

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Home Town: Raisin City, California, USA

Living In: Fresno, California, USA

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Reviewed: Sep. 3, 2007

I looked for years for the perfect chili recipe, that would please a crowd that had completely different palates. This is it! We can even get the kids to eat it, which is a realy accomplishment. Thanks for sharing!

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Reviewed: Apr. 21, 2007

This was pretty good chili, but not spectacular. It was easy to make, lasted well in a crock pot, and was just about the right heat for a party.

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Jvgordon

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Reviewed: Mar. 5, 2007

Very good! I did as others did, and cut the broth in half, added a half can of beer, and I didn't have any Pinto beans, but I had Kidney beans, so I used that. I also didn't have any chili powder and it still turned out great. I browned meat and onions, then threw everything in the slow cooker on low for 3 hours. Hubby even asked me to save the leftovers which is "the" sign that he loved it!! Thanks

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hockeymom089

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Home Town: Warren, Michigan, USA

Living In: Macomb, Michigan, USA

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Reviewed: Feb. 7, 2007

Very good. As most others did I slightly altered the recipe. I added 2 lbs of ground beef, substituted beef broth for the chicken broth and sub'd one large can of diced tomatoes for one can of the tomato soup. Made this for super bowl and everyone loved it. Perfect amt of spices even for my hubby who likes everything super spicy hot. I did this in the crock on high for 4 hrs and it was great. Would definitely make again.

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mamamia

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Reviewed: Feb. 2, 2007

I loved this recipe. I added a couple of things. I added one can of white beans and one can of black beans and added some chopped up turkey after thanksgiving and it was the best.

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Michelle

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Reviewed: Feb. 2, 2007

This is almost exactly the same recipe I use, and I am from Indiana, except I use BEEF Broth and use 2 lbs. of ground chuck. Excellent!

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tonya28574

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Reviewed: Jan. 27, 2007

This is the best chili I have ever made. I did make some modifications based on other reviews. I used only 1/2 can of chicken broth, and added 1/2 can of beer. I used one can of pinto and one can of kidney beans both drained, but not rinsed. And finally 5 teaspoons of chili powder instead of tablespoons. DELICIOUS!!!!

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JDSMOM1

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Columbus, Michigan, USA

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Reviewed: Jan. 25, 2007

All I can say is I'm glad I don't live in Indiana if this is how Hoosier's enjoy chili. I should have known better, tomato soup and chicken stock don't belong in chili in the first place. I decided to try it again, only this time changing a few things around per other reveiwers comments, it turned out somewhat respectable, but certainly not the best I've ever had. Sorry Justin, I'm tossing this recipe. I guess I'll have to post my own recipe.

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JIM J

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Reviewed: Jan. 24, 2007

The best chili recipe I've found - although it was a little thin. Maybe one less can of chicken broth would do the trick. My brother, husband and kids all loved it, and I will definitely make Justin's Hoosier Daddy Chili again!

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Rona Bradley

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Home Town: Biloxi, Mississippi, USA

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Reviewed: Jan. 20, 2007

Wonderful!! Ihave made this over & over and shared with several folks who love it as much. It IS rather thin but this can be changed by using the juice/paste that comes in cans of Pinto Beans. I love it both ways!! Yummm

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Doe Marie

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Reviewed: Jan. 17, 2007

fantastic! omit the broth and one can of beans, but include the bean juice. wonderful recipe worth keeping as a regular!

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Home Town: Dallas, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Jan. 9, 2007

This recipe was very good. I made a whole pot and it was eaten in one sitting. I added macaroni, as that's what my family likes.

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Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2006

LOVE IT!!!

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Reviewed: Dec. 10, 2006

This is the best. I have tried others on this site with good ratings, but this one has them beat. I will stick with this one from now on. Thanks!!

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Reviewed: Dec. 9, 2006

With some minor modifications this was excellent chili and will become my standing chili recipe. My fiance really liked it and he's a tough critic. I did not use any chicken stock and I'm glad I didn't. I like my chili thick and I believe the stock would have made it more like chili soup. For a little more liquid I put about a half bottle of beer which was the perfect consistency for me. The only other change I made was I added 4 cloves of garlic with the onion and I cut back on the chili powder to 4 tablespoons - which was plenty. I used 3/4 teaspoon of red pepper - which was plenty of spice. I also used Bush's Chili Beans. Topped with cheddar cheese and slatines - YUM! Perfect for a cold night. I can't wait to eat leftovers tonight.

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