I have a pretty lousy memory when it comes to recipes—a major reason why this blog even exists—but this one is so simple, it’s one of the few I have memorized. It’s a great one to whip out in a pinch when a cookie craving hits, because it consists entirely of pantry staples and can
I whip out this dish when I crave Chili Con Carne, but am all out of ground meat. And since this version is just as hearty, I don’t miss it. The beans are the star here and I use whichever I have on hand—kidney, pinto, black, or a combination of these—it doesn’t matter. (Kidney beans
I prefer making quick-fix recipes, but chili is one of my exceptions. Though it only takes about 20 minutes for all the elements in any chili to cook through, a long simmering time is essential–to allow time for the beans to break down and thicken the sauce. This recipe as written has a mildly spicy
