Randy's Almost Famous Chili

Submitted by Ackman

"I developed this Chili recipe several years ago & I won 2nd place in a local chili contest. It's become a family & friend favorite...my brother-in-law is considered a "chili connoisseur" & he says it's the best he has ever had! One time, a friend's wife ate 5 bowls of it, that I KNOW of.....YIKES!!! Hope you enjoy it, too! BTW....I do NOT put in kidney beans or macaroni, but you do whatever you like. IMO that's a darn good way to ruin chili!!!"

 

• Ready In: 8hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Yields: 1 large crockpot
• Serves: 10-12

ingredients

• 3 -4 lbs ground chuck
• 1 large Spanish onion, coarsely chopped
• 2 -3 stalks celery, coarsely chopped
• 2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped fine
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons Lawry's Seasoned Salt
• 1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups tomato juice
• 1 (10 ounce) can green chilies, drained & chopped (I use the mild)
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons sea salt
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons oregano
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons cumin seeds
• 2 -3 teaspoons hot sauce (I use TRAPPEY'S)

directions

1. In a large dutch oven or skillet, melt 2 T. butter flavored CRISCO.
2. Add the first 4 ingredients & season with the LAWRY's.
3. Cook & stir occasionally, until all pink is almost gone & vegetables are soft, but not brown.
4. Drain well.
5. Place in a large crockpot.
6. Add remaining ingredients.
7. Using your hands, crush the the whole tomatoes.
8. Stir well.
9. Cook on low setting for 6-8 hours, stirring occasionally.
10. Correct the seasonings to your taste.
11. Best if cooled & reheated the next day.
12. Serve with a crusty bread or corn bread.
13. ENJOY!