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Originally posted by V-Tail:

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Originally posted by jimmy123x:
Skyline chili.

Not sure whether that's the stuff I'm thinking of. If it's the same thing, it has a flavor that I have not identified, but definitely do not like in chili: cinnamon? cloves? something like that.

It is the stuff you're thinking of. I think it has a hint of cinnamon in it, but I don't taste the cinnamon. They have a skyline chili restaurant here and do a chili mac that's really good and have these little hot dogs with chili and cheese piled high that's really good. Publix sells the Skyline chili frozen in a microwave box, they also sell it in cans, the frozen is very meaty and good and worth a second try.

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Originally posted by CoinRoller:
No such thing as a “good” canned chili. Goulash has beans, chili does not.
And Skyline...really? Christ.

Preach Brother !

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Originally posted by V-Tail:

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Originally posted by jimmy123x:
Skyline chili.

Not sure whether that's the stuff I'm thinking of. If it's the same thing, it has a flavor that I have not identified, but definitely do not like in chili: cinnamon? cloves? something like that.

It's Cincinnati style chili, sweeter, has a bit of cinnamon in the mix.

Well good god, man. Can't you thaw out a # of ground beef and brown it? If not, turn in your man card. Keep a Carroll Shelby chili kit (brown box) in the pantry just for such cravings. Maybe a can of diced tomatoes. Maybe a bag of frozen diced onions also. Damn good in 15 minutes and no cans!

If it's the only option, Campbell's Roadhouse Chili is where it's at.

https://www.campbells.com/camp...chunky/?filter=chili

Still use a can of Hormel in crockpot queso with velveeta & a can of Rotel. Might have to try the campbell's this year.

There is no good canned chili.

three cans

Hormel Hot chili w/ beans
three cans low sodium hormel chili w/ beans

one can diced low sodium tomato's

3 lbs 85 % ground beef, fried up in a skillet

3/4 cup distilled water.

it's always better for lunch , the day after you make it.

since this post ,
I found out that I mix all the canned goods on monday morning
add the ground up , cooked ground beef on tuesday
and eat the chili on wednesday.

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Originally posted by jhe888:
There is no good canned chili.

Finally!

No that we all agree there's not place for canned chili unless its TEOTWAWKI, this IS a good place for this golden oldie:


Notes from an inexperienced Chili taster named Frank, who was visiting Texas from the East Coast:

Recently I was honoured to be selected as an outstanding famous celebrity in Texas, to be a judge at a Chili cook-off, because no one else wanted to do it. Also the original person called in sick at the last moment, and I happened to be standing there at the judge's table asking for directions to the beer wagon when the call came. I was assured by the other two judges (Native Texans) that the chili wouldn't be all that spicy, and besides, they told me that I could have free beer during the tasting. So I accepted.

Here are the scorecards from the event:

CHILI # 1: MIKE'S MANIC MONSTER CHILI

JUDGE ONE: A little to heavy on tomato. Amusing kick.

JUDGE TWO: Nice, smooth tomato flavour. Very mild.

FRANK: Holy Shit, what the hell is this stuff? You could remove dried paint from your driveway with this stuff. I needed two beers to put the flames out. Hope that's the worst one. Those Texans are crazy.

CHILI # 2: ARTHUR'S AFTERBURNER CHILI

JUDGE ONE: Smokey, with a hint of pork. Slight Jalapeno tang.

JUDGE TWO: Exciting BBQ flavour. Needs more peppers to be taken seriously.

FRANK: Keep this out of reach of children! I'm not sure what I am supposed to taste besides pain. I had to wave of two people who wanted to give me the Heimlich manoeuvre. They had to walkie-talkie in three extra beers when they saw the look on my face.

CHILI # 3: FRED'S FAMOUS BURN DOWN THE BARN CHILI

JUDGE ONE: Excellent firehouse chili! Great kick. Needs more beans.

JUDGE TWO: A beanless chili. A bit salty. Good use of red peppers.

FRANK: Call the EPA, I've located a uranium spill. My nose feels like I have been snorting Drano. Everyone knows the routine by now. Barmaid pounded me on the back; now my backbone is in the front part of my chest. I'm getting shit-faced.

CHILI # 4: BUBBA'S BLACK MAGIC

JUDGE ONE: Black Bean chili with almost no spice. Disappointing.

JUDGE TWO: Hint of lime in the black beans. Good side dish for fish or other mild foods. Not much of a chili.

FRANK: I felt something scraping across my tongue, but was unable to taste it. Sally, the barmaid, was standing behind me with fresh refills; that 300 lb bitch is starting to look HOT, just like this nuclear-waste I'm eating.

CHILI # 5: LINDA'S LEGAL LIP REMOVER

JUDGE ONE: Meaty, strong chili. Cayenne peppers freshly ground, adding considerable kick. Very impressive.

JUDGE TWO: Chili using shredded beef; could use more tomato. Must admit the cayenne peppers make a strong statement.

FRANK: My ears are ringing, and I can no linger focus my eyes. I farted and four people behind me needed paramedics. The contestant seemed offended when I told her that her chili had given me brain damage. Sally saved my tongue from bleeding by pouring beer directly from a pitcher onto it. It really pisses me off that the other judges asked me to stop screaming. Freakin' Rednecks! ! !

CHILI # 6: VERA'S VERY VEGETARIAN VARIETY

JUDGE ONE: Thin yet bold vegetarian variety chili. Good balance of spice and peppers.

JUDGE TWO: The best yet. Aggressive use of peppers, onions and garlic.

FRANK: My intestines are now a straight pipe filled with gaseous, sulphuric flames. No one seems inclined to stand behind me except that slut Sally. I need to wipe my ass with a snow cone!

CHILI # 7: SUSAN'S SCREAMING SENSATION CHILI

JUDGE ONE: A mediocre chili with too much reliance on canned peppers.

JUDGE TWO: Ho Hum. Tastes as if the chef literally threw in a can of chili peppers at the last moment. I should note that I am worried about Judge # 3.

FRANK: You could puta #)$^@#*&! Grenade in my mouth, pull the #)$^@#*&! pin, and I wouldn't feel a d@&$ thing. I've lost the sight in one eye, and the world sounds like it is made of rushing water. My shirt is covered with chili, which slid unnoticed out of my X*$(@#^&$ mouth. My pants are full of lava-like shit, to match my X*$(@#^&$ shirt. At least the during the autopsy they'll know what killed me. I've decided to stop breathing, it's too painful. I'm not getting any oxygen anyway. If I need air, I'll just suck it in through the four inch hole in my stomach.

CHILI # 8: HELEN'S MOUNT SAINT CHILI

JUDGE ONE: A perfect ending. This is a nice blend chili, safe for all; not too bold, but spicy enough to declare its existence.

JUDGE TWO: This final entry isa good balanced chili, neither mild now hot. Sorry to see that most of it was lost when Judge # 3 passed out, fell and pulled the chili pot on top of himself. Not sure if he's going to make it. Poor Yank.

FRANK: - - - - - Mama?- - - (Editor's Note: Judge # 3 was unable to report).

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Originally posted by cas:

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Originally posted by RHINOWSO:
Ugh, I can't imagine eating canned chili.

Cold, right out of the can.

No way, smells too much like dog food to me when it is cold. I have to heat it up!

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Originally posted by Georgeair:


Notes from an inexperienced Chili taster named Frank, who was visiting Texas from the East Coast:

Recently I was honoured to be selected as an outstanding famous celebrity in Texas, to be a judge at a Chili cook-off, because no one else wanted to do it. Also the original person called in sick at the last moment, and I happened to be standing there at the judge's table asking for directions to the beer wagon when the call came. I was assured by the other two judges (Native Texans) that the chili wouldn't be all that spicy, and besides, they told me that I could have free beer during the tasting. So I accepted.

Here are the scorecards from the event:

CHILI # 1: MIKE'S MANIC MONSTER CHILI

JUDGE ONE: A little to heavy on tomato. Amusing kick.

JUDGE TWO: Nice, smooth tomato flavour. Very mild.

We know this is entirely fabricated because it refers to beans. And tomatoes are a matter of some controversy among Texas chili cooks. Most eschew them. But it is funny.

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Originally posted by Johnny 3eagles:
As a joke, I entered a Chili Cookoff at church. I took first place, and told.my secret so the 2nd place could win. I used 8 cans of Stagg Classic chili in a crock.pot.

I know it’s canned but I do agree Staggs ain’t that bad.

Firehouse chili is passable, though as a topping for chili dogs, wouldn’t sit down to a bowl of it.

Not a bad combo when camping canned chili and hot dogs are easy prep on a camp cooking environment.

Chili-nazi rehetoric aside, home made is always best!

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Originally posted by jhe888:
There is no good canned chili.

My mother canned chili, and it was damned good!

Shopped today.
Bought several cans mentioned here.
First up was Amy's organic with beans. Fairly healthy. Added some hot sauce. Not bad.

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Originally posted by jhe888:
There is no good canned chili.

I would be inclined to agree with you except perhaps you’ve never had a case of the munchies? All that blow screws w your appetite you know ... for some folks canned dog food is an acceptable meal - like judge Kavenauh with spaghetti and ketchup (for “sauce”).

Seriously though, making chili is as about as simple as it gets whether you’re a Texican or low-down Yankkee kitchen hack who needs beans so they can squeak a few out the old relief valve.

Just had a can of Stagg. As far as “shelter in place” chili goes, very respectable. Added cheddar and hot sauce. Nice little boost.

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Originally posted by mike56:
Now I prefer home made and have a few great recipes, but sometimes its too much.
Anyone have a good canned version, and what do you do to tune it up a little?

Wolf brand "homestyle" is all I ever eat anymore after trying it the first time! It's so close in taste to my personal homemade, I don't bother dirtying up the crock pot anymore.

Wolf #1, Hormel #2 both without beans