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Old 10-20-2008, 11:53 AM   #21
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+1 for Beans. Helps keep things moving too!
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Old 10-20-2008, 12:06 PM   #22
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never thought of adding that.. does it really add to the dish?

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I think that the dark cocoa adds a nice depth of flavor to the dish, it's something you don't use a whole lot of, but it really goes well. Many mexican mole' sauces contain chocolate as well.

On a side note, this thread has inspired me to thaw out a bag of my chili, leftover from labor day, to have for MNF tonight.
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Old 10-20-2008, 12:20 PM   #23
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I do beans... half kidney and half pinto. For meat I use chunks of BBQed brisket. Not to brag or anything... but it is the BOMB!!
I usually just do a pot of pinto's and add my pulled pork or brisket. I really have not made chili, but was thinking of doing the same. Put me in for beans with chili.
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Old 10-20-2008, 12:21 PM   #24
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If it's the/a main course, I like it to have beans

if it's a topping (like on a chili dog) then I prefer no beans
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Old 10-20-2008, 12:21 PM   #25
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Without Beans!!
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Old 10-20-2008, 12:27 PM   #26
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Default Re: Chili: Beans or not?

For hotdogs and hamburgers, no beans.

For stand-alone chili, beans, red or kidney.
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Old 10-20-2008, 12:55 PM   #27
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For my chili it's usually with beans (pinto and white). Trying to eat better, so the added beans give me some added fiber I need in my diet.
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Old 10-20-2008, 01:47 PM   #28
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If it's the/a main course, I like it to have beans

if it's a topping (like on a chili dog) then I prefer no beans
That makes perfect sense! I agree completely.
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Old 10-20-2008, 02:02 PM   #29
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Default Re: Chili: Beans or not?

No beans, ever. As far as beans make is healthier is concerned, I think the 1lbs of cheez I lay on top would need to go before I started to try make chili healthy but hey, eat what you like, like what you eat (hey, mmm, where have I heard something similar to that before).
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Default Re: Chili: Beans or not?

Beans for me and usually multiple types. The total number of different types (black, kidney, pinto and or navy) depends on the size of the pot.

Just made a large crockpot last night.
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Old 10-20-2008, 03:04 PM   #31
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I definitely like beans in my chili, but not canned beans.
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Old 10-20-2008, 03:22 PM   #32
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Texas style is the only way I make mine.....No beans!
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Old 10-20-2008, 05:43 PM   #33
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Default Re: Chili: Beans or not?

I fall into the "with Beans" category, simply because I like beans in my chili. Always have. Of course, that is for stand alone chili. On hot dogs, strictly bean free!

I generally make mine with a combination of ground Venison and cubed venison. Haven't made it with beef in several years. Actually laid out 2 pounds of venison to thaw for cubing for chili in the next day or two. Mainly use fresh pepper from the garden, but I picked them all a couple of weeks ago to clear the space for turning under for winter. That reminds me, I have to go pull some peppers out of the freezer for the chili.

An additional dimension to this discussion: What do you eat with your chili??

I prefer grilled cheese sandwiches, but will eat with cheese and chips as an alternative. Even been known to eat it without additional sides. But, always with beans.
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Old 10-20-2008, 05:49 PM   #34
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Texas style is the only way I make mine.....No beans!
I vote no beans.
I like beans, just not in chili
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Old 10-20-2008, 06:09 PM   #35
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Default Re: Chili: Beans or not?

I'll eat it either way. When I make it in my crock pot, I usually throw some in, along with some corn.
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Old 10-20-2008, 06:27 PM   #36
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Default Re: Chili: Beans or not?

Born a Texan, raised a Texan, eat chili like a Texan.

It was originally called chili con carne and it didn't have beans in it. It didn't have bacon in it. You don't serve it over rice.

All it is is cubed or ground beef with chili peppers and onions seasoned with salt, pepper and cumin and cooked over a slow fire in a cast iron dutch oven. It was made by the camp cook while the ranch hands were out on the range. It was served with warm tortillas or cornbread.

Then there was a desire to stretch the chili to feed more people, so the cooks started adding tomatoes and beans. BUT THEY STILL DIDN'T SERVE IT OVER RICE.

Then there is that stuff they call hot dog chili which is usually just a liquified chili.

Now, good chili can be made with beef, buffalo, venison, or even elk. IF IT'S MADE USING CHICKEN, TURKEY, VEGETABLES OR SOY PRODUCTS DON'T CALL IT CHILI. Call it soup or stew or something but it ain't chili.

Now, all that being said, I occasionally like to have my chili (with or without beans) over Frito corn chips and topped with red onions and cheese.

Chili doesn't have to be hot to be good. However, when I'm cooking chili people know it's right when they walk into the kitchen and break out in a sweat. I measure how hot the chili by the number of beers you have to drink per bowl. I like two beers to the bowl.
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Default Re: Chili: Beans or not?

I don't feel strongly either way, but I tend to prefer my chili with beans. I feel it adds to the texture and taste. Actually, come to think of it, I don't recall eating it without.
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Old 10-20-2008, 07:20 PM   #38
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Without beans for me served with diced onion and shredded extra sharp cheddar. I will eat chili with beans but this becomes a real possibility.
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Born a Texan, raised a Texan, eat chili like a Texan.

It was originally called chili con carne and it didn't have beans in it. It didn't have bacon in it. You don't serve it over rice.

All it is is cubed or ground beef with chili peppers and onions seasoned with salt, pepper and cumin and cooked over a slow fire in a cast iron dutch oven. It was made by the camp cook while the ranch hands were out on the range. It was served with warm tortillas or cornbread.

Then there was a desire to stretch the chili to feed more people, so the cooks started adding tomatoes and beans. BUT THEY STILL DIDN'T SERVE IT OVER RICE.

Then there is that stuff they call hot dog chili which is usually just a liquified chili.

Now, good chili can be made with beef, buffalo, venison, or even elk. IF IT'S MADE USING CHICKEN, TURKEY, VEGETABLES OR SOY PRODUCTS DON'T CALL IT CHILI. Call it soup or stew or something but it ain't chili.

Now, all that being said, I occasionally like to have my chili (with or without beans) over Frito corn chips and topped with red onions and cheese.

Chili doesn't have to be hot to be good. However, when I'm cooking chili people know it's right when they walk into the kitchen and break out in a sweat. I measure how hot the chili by the number of beers you have to drink per bowl. I like two beers to the bowl.
It needs to be hot
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This thread inspired some home made chili, can't wait until tommorow
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