Chili

We bought a new house and had the home inspection last night. I wanted to make something that could sit out for a while so that my sister could feed the little kids and it would still be good when we got home. Chili was the answer. In my opinion (not biased at all), I make the best chili. It's so easy, yet so good. I brown a pound of hamburger, then add 1 chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. After they have softened, drain any grease. I have pretty lean hamburger, so I usually don't have to drain. Then I add oregano, cumin, and chili powder. I'm not sure how much of each, but probably about 1tsp of oregano and cumin, and about 1 tbsp of chili powder. I can't ever seem to get enough chili powder, though. Then I add a can of rinsed and drained black beans and a can of chili beans (with the juice). It probably doesn't matter the order that you add everything, but I'm a big fan of stirring and watching my food come together, so it's more fun this way! After that's all mixed, I add 1 big can of tomato juice. I think this is the secret. Then you just let it simmer until you're ready to eat it. It's even better the second day. Sometimes I boil 1 cup elbow macaroni and add that in at the end. It is delicious both ways. I like to eat a peanut butter sandwich and drink a tall glass of milk with my chili. This is possibly my favorite meal ever!!!