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Top 10 Best Chili Recipes
August 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There’s something about eating a nice, hearty bowl of chili that warms us down to our toes. Doesn’t matter what time of year – anytime is chili time! It’s amazing how many varieties of chili recipes exist in the cooking universe. Here’s a small sample of some great chili recipes.
Award Winning Chili — Made with beef brisket, garlic, V8 juice, jalapeno pepper, spices, beer and your commitment to making great chili. You’ll win awards in your own kitchen after making this delicious chili.
Authentic Texas Chili — Made with top round beef, garlic, green peppers, dried chilies, beef stock and hot sauce. This chili brings you a taste of the old Southwest – open prairie, a cozy fire and a cowboy strumming a tune on his guitar.
Bill’s Prize Winning World Best Chili — Made with lean ground chuck, lean ground pork, lean beef chuck, onions, tomato sauce, powdered mole (mo-lay), hot sauce and spices. This amazing chili recipe is definitely for the true chili connoisseur.
Chili’s Restaurant Southwest Chicken Chili — Made with navy beans, kidney beans, chicken breast, tomatillos, jalapeno pepper, green pepper, onions, lime juice and chili spices. If you’ve ever enjoyed this dish at Chili’s restaurant and wondered how they make it. Now you know.
Down Home Crockpot Chili — Made with kidney beans, ground beef, garlic, tomatoes, cayenne pepper, chili seasoning, and spices. A savory slow-cooker chili recipe with a delicious homemade flavor.
Texas Beer Chili — Made with ground beef, pinto beans, tomato sauce, tomatoes, beer, onion and spices. A simple yet hearty chili to enjoy with thick slices of toasted garlic bread or tortilla chips.
Wendy’s Chili — Made with ground beef, kidney beans, onion soup, tomato paste, spices. I love Wendy’s chili. Eat this when you have a cold — it’ll make you feel better.
White Bean Chili — Made with chicken, white beans, pepper jack cheese, and mild salsa. A great chili recipe to make when you’re in a hurry to eat.
Best Cincinnati Chili — Made with ground beef, tomato sauce, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, cinnamon, allspice and chocolate. Cincinnati is famous for this sweet and spicy salsa. Serve it over spaghetti noodles with sprinkled cheese on top — yum!
Uncle Jim’s Award Winning Vegetable Chili — Made with pinto beans, kidney beans, black beans, garbanzo beans, corn, zucchini, jalapeno chilies, onions, green peppers, carrots and spices. Who needs meat when you can enjoy this hearty vegetarian chili instead? Sprinkle some grated cheddar cheese on top to make it extra special.
Giving Wine As A Gift
August 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There are lots of wines and wine related items of merchandise available these days, but choosing a good wine gift can be a simple process. All you have to do is consider what the recipient enjoys, and what they are interested in. Do not let yourself get distracted by the kinds of wine gifts you would enjoy, just keep in mind the interests of the person you are shopping for, and you will find the perfect gift in no time.
The Different Kinds of Wine Gift
One of the ‘safest’ ideas is to buy a wine cooler as a gift. A cooling system is one of the most important parts of a good wine cellar, as it protects your wines, letting them mature gently over time, and increase in both value and quality. Wine cooling units come in all sizes and price, and you should be able to find one that is suitable.
If the recipient already has a wine cooling system, then another option is a wine rack. Some wine racks are quite boring, but there are some very interesting ones out there that can make a good gift and will be a talking point for visitors for a long time to come. If you want an interesting and functional gift, then look for a unique wine rack.
Whether you are building a home cellar or looking for different and creative ways to display your wine, wine racks can be incredibly useful. You can find stylish and versatile wine racks that will be the perfect gift for your family member or friend.
Things to Remember
Don’t forget to set a budget before you go shopping. It is easy to get carried away and spend too much on the ‘ideal’ gift. While that is nice for the recipient, it could make them feel uncomfortable, and will most definitely make your credit card uncomfortable too.
It is better to set a sensible budget and put some thought into selecting the ideal gift than to just select the grandest, and most expensive thing you come across.
If you select something thoughtful and interesting, then you can be sure that whoever you are buying for will love your wine gift — few people think to give wine related items as a present, and your thoughtfulness is sure to be appreciated.