Chili Powder Mix

Chili Powder Mix

I especially enjoy reading the Food & Wine section of the San Francisco area newspapers. Every visitor can attest that the city has an European flair and most restaurants achieve the healthiest preparation of the foods served.

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During a visit with our children over the recent holidays, Barbara gave me the latest edition of The Bay Area News Group food section. What caught my eye was a blend of spices for Chili Powder Mix. I never thought about blending my own chili seasoning but I thought it was interesting learning which spices are used. A chili recipe was also included in this article which I am sharing.

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Chili Powder Mix

Ingredients:

3 Tablespoons Paprika

2 teaspoons dried oregano

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon turmeric

1/4 teaspoon cayenne

1 to 2 teaspoon dried chili peppers

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Directions:

Mix together and store in jar in a cool dry place.

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Chili

Ingredients:

2 pounds ground chuck

1 green pepper, chopped

2 cups celery, chopped

1 onion, chopped

48 ounce container tomato juice

2 cups ketchup

3 cans chili beans

Dash hot sauce

1 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder

2 cups cooked spaghetti noodles (broken into thirds)

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Directions:

Brown ground chuck with green pepper, celery and onion, then drain. Add remaining ingredients and simmer for an hour in a covered pot on low. Add cooked pasta and serve.