I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

First time making chili and received rave reviews. It’s a great basis to build upon or make exactly as the recipe states. Thank-you, this is keeper.

I don’t recommend using raw kidney beans for this recipe as it can be harmful if not cooked properly. Alternately, you could use canned kidney beans, which are already cooked and safe to use directly in the recipe. Just be sure to rinse them well.

Hi Dee! That’s awesome. So happy it was a hit!

I’m 73 and I’ve never made chili before we had a chili cook off at work and I WON 1st place. So easy and delicious.!!!!

I always make a half batch of this for just my husband and me. I use this guide with some minor alterations: 15 oz can of fire roasted diced tomatoes and 4oz can of diced jalapeños instead of green chiles for more of a kick! It’s awesome! I have used lean ground beef, ground Turkey, and venison in this and all are great. This is such a great chili recipe and so easy for week nights!

I’ve been looking for the perfect chili recipe and this is it. It tastes even better as a leftover the following day. It freezes well, too.

Hi Mac, I haven’t tried those, depending on the heat level you are going for, I bet they would still work, but without testing it myself its hard to say. I hope you love this recipe.