pop's chili
my grandma put together a cookbook several years ago that holds all of our favorite recipes. the best part of the cookbook is the anecdotes she put before each recipe explaining fond memories associated with it. a couple of years ago, i came across this recipe for chili. my grandma explained that my grandpa, Pop, had clipped the recipe out of a magazine because he thought it sounded delicious. and it is delicious. during the winter, i make it for my family at least once a week. it has the perfect balance of spice and sweetness. kind of like my Pop, who passed away last week. this chili will always be pop's chili.
pop's chili
1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
2 16 ounce cans bush's best chili beans
1 14 ounce can petite diced tomatoes
1 6 ounce can tomato paste
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 heaping tablespoon chili powder
1 heaping teaspoon sugar
shredded medium cheddar cheese
sour cream
chopped green onions
in a large pan, cook beef and onion until meat is browned. drain any excess grease. stir in remaining ingredients. bring to boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer for about 25 minutes.
garnish with cheese, sour cream and green onions.
my cousin, tyler (who passed away from cancer 11 years ago) and pop. i am sad to lose loved ones but grateful for my faith that i will be together with them again.
