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Tom John's Cataloochee Ranchili




Source of Recipe


Blue Ridge Country


Recipe Introduction


This recipe was recently prepared by brother-in-law Tom John Aumen for the President's Day Chili Challenge, held in Maggie Valley every February.

He came off with First Place in the Best-in-Restaurant Division and also Best Overall. He did add the ramps, so maybe that's what got him the honors.



List of Ingredients




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2 lb5. ground round or chuck
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large onion, chopped
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3 Tbsp. chili powder
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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2 tsp. cumin
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2 16-oz. cans kidney or pinto beans
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1 Tbsp. cider vinegar
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2 16-oz. cans diced tomatoes
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2 Tbsp. sugar
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2 16-oz. cans tomato sauce
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salt and pepper to taste
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1 4-oz. can chopped green cbilies
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1/2 cup ramps, chopped with greens (if you have them)


Recipe



Brown ground beef with the onion and green peppers in large iron skillet. Drain fat if necessary. Add garlic, canned ingredients (do not drain) and the other seasonings. Simmer at least one hour without covering, adding liquid if you prefer. Better the next day and just fine for freezing. Serves 8.