Canned chili recommendations please - Page 4

Luvtuna · ‎04-21-2015

wrote:
I know you wonderful ladies have terrific, time tested chili recipes but since it's just me and I am not big on freezing a big pot of something I usually have a couple of cans of Trader Joe's chili on hand. Unfortunately I neglected my pantry and ran out. Since a trip to TJ's takes some planning now, I grabbed a can of Chili Man and Wolf brand chili (both no beans). I tried the Chili Man and it was fine (should have grabbed the one with beans maybe) but was wondering if anyone had a favorite that they would recommend.

Thanks in advance for all thoughts and opinions!

I’ve always used McCormick’s chili seasoning mix in the foil packet and it is quick and easy with just a few ingredients.

Be sure to drain the fat after browning the meat.

chickenbutt · ‎03-09-2010

There are two varieties of the 'Stagg' brand that I always liked that now seem to be obsolete - or at least one looks like you can get it some places and the other one is gone entirely.

I was bummed for that to happen but then I saw that it seems Hormel has acquired the Stagg brand and I have some pretty big issues with the Hormel brand.

Oh well. I always seem to like stuff that nobody else likes so it goes obsolete. wah hehe

forsythia1 · ‎03-15-2014

My go to canned chili is Chiliman w/beans. When it is on sale I stock up. It's great for chili mac.

I prefer to make my own chili using a recipe from Red Gold tomatoes. Before I retired, my place of employment had a chili cookoff every Halloween.

My chili won 1st place a couple of times.

Here is the recipe, if anyone is interested.

1 pound ground chuck, seasoned with salt and pepper

1 large onion, chopped

1 large green pepper, chopped

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa

4 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 (15.5 oz.) can Brooks "mild" chili hot beans

1 (16 oz.) can Bush's Best kidney beans, drained

1 (19.75 oz.) can Campbell's pork n beans

1 can Red Gold Petite Diced tomatoes, w/green chilies

1 can Red Gold Petite Diced tomatoes

1 can Red Gold crushed tomatoes

Brown seasoned ground chuck, onion and green pepper in large pot. Drain off fat.

Add chili powder, cocoa, sugar and salt. Stir to combine.

Add beans and tomatoes, Stir to combine.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer for 25 minutes.

momtochloe · ‎11-03-2013

Again, I just want to say thanks to everyone for taking the time to give me your recommendations as it is greatly appreciated!

Now @Sooner on the other hand has turned me into a Chili Cheese Frito pie monster . . . why did I not know about this before? YUM!

mare54 · ‎08-14-2011

Wolfes is my hubby's favorite from a can. Must have beans and be mild.

deb5555 · ‎03-21-2010

If you live by a Wendy's restaurant, they have delicious chili to go !!

Sooner · ‎03-10-2010

@momtochloe Try making taco salad but use Fritos instead of Doritos or a shell! That is another easy favorite of mine

coconut1818 · ‎11-21-2010

wrote:
My go to canned chili is Chiliman w/beans. When it is on sale I stock up. It's great for chili mac.

I prefer to make my own chili using a recipe from Red Gold tomatoes. Before I retired, my place of employment had a chili cookoff every Halloween.
My chili won 1st place a couple of times.
Here is the recipe, if anyone is interested.

1 pound ground chuck, seasoned with salt and pepper
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped

2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa
4 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt

1 (15.5 oz.) can Brooks "mild" chili hot beans
1 (16 oz.) can Bush's Best kidney beans, drained
1 (19.75 oz.) can Campbell's pork n beans
1 can Red Gold Petite Diced tomatoes, w/green chilies
1 can Red Gold Petite Diced tomatoes
1 can Red Gold crushed tomatoes

Brown seasoned ground chuck, onion and green pepper in large pot. Drain off fat.
Add chili powder, cocoa, sugar and salt. Stir to combine.
Add beans and tomatoes, Stir to combine.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer for 25 minutes.

Just googled Brook's beans. Did not see a "mild" chili hot bean? Only hot or mild. Really want to try your chili but want to do it right! Can you please give me more info? Thanks!