I can't remember if I posted this here or not, but we were talking food over on the ZDC so thought I would put up my simple chili recipe up here in case I haven't done so yet. So without further fanfare,

SKUNKHUNTER CHILI

My chili is very easy. Ground beef, Mushrooms, Onions (we are using the dried chopped ones now, they are actually cheaper for us as they don't go bad on us)Chili beans (or kidney beans and I have even used red beans before). I think Cazio said he uses black beans. Anyway, I use tomato sauce not tomato juice as I like my chili thicker. And I usually use just a hint of garlic. So

1. Ground beef (2 pounds at least)
2. Two cans(or 3) chili beans, juice and all
3. 12 to 15 ounces of canned mushrooms (drained of the juice)
4. Chopped dried onions, or 1 whole medium size fresh onion chopped
5. Two cans of tomato sauce (or three if you like it more soupy)
6. Chili powder to taste
7. Garlic powder or salt if you like

*** I like to add a can of corned beef(but you could add more). Gives it an additional texture and slightly alters the taste and makes it just a little more tasty in my opinion.

I bring mine to a boil and immediately lower it to a simmer for AT LEAST 30 minutes but I like to let go for an hour.