SPICE MIX FOR CHILI RECIPE

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SPICE MIX FOR CHILI RECIPE
https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/spice-mix-for-chili

This spice mix comes from my mother's chili recipe, which is fantastic. It'll make a great gift for the hearty eaters you know, especially if you pair it with a loaf of bread. —Vivian Huizinga, Shallow Lake, Ontario

MAKES: 24-30 servings TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

INGREDIENTS

3-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
3-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons each salt, onion powder, pepper, ground cumin, paprika and dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms, optional
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
Shredded cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

In a small bowl, combine all of the seasonings. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
Yield: 3 batches (about 6 tablespoons total).

To prepare chili:

In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, cook the beef, onion and mushrooms if desired over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

Stir in the tomatoes, beans, soup, 2 tablespoons spice mix, Worcestershire sauce and garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Garnish with cheese.
Yield: 8-10 servings.

Originally published as Spice Mix for Chili in Country Woman Christmas Annual 2006, p55