Texas Easy Slow-Cook Chili Since long ago, when the second person on Earth mixed peppers and beef and cooked them together, the great debate began;…
Crew’s Mess: by Capt. John Wampler
If there is one recipe that every crew should have in the book, it’s what 17th century Spanish priests in the New World called “the soup of the devil.” There really is nothing better for a hungry soul than a steaming bowl of “Texas Red.”
It was no accident that chili claimed a special place in the belly of America. What began as a no-nonsense dish on the wild frontier has evolved into a staple dish for many Americans. The wide appeal of chili con carne is impressive – from tailgate parties to county fairs and national chili cook-offs. It is also the official food of Texas, the Lone Star State.
I have often stated that if there is one cooking appliance that every yacht should have aboard, it is a crockpot. The recipe below costs less than $12. Prep time is about 30 minutes. Once everything is in the slow cooker, just set it in a sink and go about the daily chores of the boat, with dinner ready at the end of the work day. Also, with proper canning procedures, it can be kept for months unrefrigerated.
Ingredients
Preparation
Serve on a bed of white rice, with a side of cornbread. Enjoy.
Capt. John Wampler (yachtaide.com) has worked on yachts for more than 30 years. His recipes are casual enough for anyone to prepare. Comments are welcome below.