like the weather...

It's starting to turn cooler in my neck of the woods and that can mean only one thing.
That's right, chili my friends. Food of the Gods.

Here's my own recipe for this glorious conglomeration of beef and stuff:

Cha's Famous Chili
1-1.5 lb. ground beef- no more than 85/15 lean
1 medium to large onion (chopped)
4-5 tablespoons McCormick Chili Seasoning
1 tablespoon McCormick Fajita Seasoning
2 16 oz. cans chili beans (drained)
2 sm. cans of sliced button mushrooms (drained) - (use fresh ones if you can find them but canned works well if not)
1 12-16 oz. can Hunts Tomato Sauce
2 cans Rotel Tomatoes and Green Chilies (undrained)


In a skillet, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, and the 2 seasonings. Brown the beef and onions over medium heat.

While the ground beef is cooking; in a large crock pot combine all other ingredients.

Add the ground beef and add to the crock pot, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Cook on low heat for 6-7 hours, stirring occasionally.

Serve with favorite toppings and enjoy!