Reviewed: Jan. 14, 2013

Yummmmmmm....I think this is the best chili I have ever made, and I make chili A LOT. I usually don't mess with recipes, since I am not that adventurous a cook, but this time I had to because I was short on time and ingredients. But I feel confident reviewing the recipe since I don't think my changes altered the outcome that much. I followed the recipe as closely as I could, but I only had an 8 oz can of tomato sauce so it came out a bit thin. I threw in what I had on hand: some Emiril gaaaaarlic tomato sauce and an 8 oz can of tomato paste to thicken it up. I didnt have enough red beans at home so I substituted on can of white northern beans for the ranch beans. Also, I browned the meat and then dumped all the ingredients in a slow cooker for 4 hours. I wouldn't normally do this, since the cook time is so quick, but we had a crazy afternoon and I didn't want to worry about dinner. I served it over bowtie pasta to give it some "oomph", and we were happy campers. The kids and I agreed that this will be our new "go-to" recipe. Thanks so much!!

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ShaniH

Reviewed: Sep. 5, 2012

I used black beans instead of ranch style beans as another review suggested and I didnt have a 15oz can of tomato sauce only an 8oz can so I used that and added a 15oz can of diced tomatos un-drained and no added water. My man likes his chili thicker :)

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eli2183

Reviewed: Aug. 19, 2012

Really good and simple. My husband thought it might need a little more spice, but I thought it was just right for the kids. Thanks!

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ilovetocook

Home Town: Dallas, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Apr. 30, 2012

Loved it. I just added a 28oz can of whole peeled tomatoes because I like my chilso chunky, and for spice I used the canned Ortega HOT fire roasted diced green chilis.

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Garysgirl64

Reviewed: Jan. 13, 2012

I used venison instead since my husband hunts and that's what we have around. Also didn't have tomato sauce around but tomato paste so I googled on how to make sauce out of that . So I only had about 12 oz. of sauce and then added about a 1/2 cup water. Added a can of chili ready diced tomatoes because I love tomatoes in my chili. Also used blackened seasoning since I didn't have cajun, but thought that might be close enough! My husband added about a cup of frozen corn cause he loves corn in his chili! I usually have to put sour cream and cheese in my chili, but now with this recipe!! Delish flavors!!! I ususally make a little more soupier one but since I cut the water down to 1/2 cup it was thick and chucky! I loved it!

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asertell

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Dec. 3, 2011

I make this chili a lot. I do recommend using tomato juice in place of water and adding salt. I make it with turkey to make it more lean. Seasoning the meat also adds taste.

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LOSANGEL1

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Nov. 14, 2011

Quick Chili II Haiku: "Quick to make, and great. (I let mine sit in crockpot) But used the same stuff." I kept the ingredients the same, but I tossed everything in the slow-cooker b4 leaving for work so that I wouldn't have to think about dinner when I got home. It's definitely a mild, no-fuss chili that could benefit from additional seasonings/spices, or diced tomatoes, bell pepper, fresh garlic etc ... but as it stands, it was a pretty darn good bowl of chili.

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Rock_lobster

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Living In: Braselton, Georgia, USA

Reviewed: Mar. 13, 2011

Great chili!!! It was very simple (great for a working mom) and taste great. I will make it again!

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sachiem

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Richmond, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 30, 2011

Excellent and so easy! Added black beans instead of kidney beans. Will definitely make again. Diane/White Rock, British Columbia/Canada

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diane

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: White Rock, British Columbia, Canada

Reviewed: Jan. 19, 2011

This really is easy, tasty chili!!! My whole family loved it. I used kidney beans instead of ranch-style as well. I also added a 15oz can of diced tomatoes and, per another reviewer's advice, a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder and a teaspoon of cinnamon. With the additions, this is a fantastic five-star recipe.

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