“Chili is a largely a state of mind,” wrote Bill Bridges in “The Great American Chili Book,” and nowhere is that truer than in the spicy world of chili cook-offs, where a champion’s mindset — along ...

Beans or no beans? Made with beef, chicken or other meat? With toppings such as cheese and corn chips or unadorned? Chili is prepared in lots of varieties, and opinions on what constitutes the best ...

There’s nothing better than a hearty bowl of chili to warm you up on a cold day. And if it’s spicy enough to warm your tastebuds up too, that’s even better. There’s a plethora of chili recipes to ...

What can I say about chili that hasn’t already been said? It’s warm, it’s comforting and all those fiber-filled beans make it relatively healthy. You can eat a big bowl topped with sour cream, cheese ...

You can make an award-winning pot for Halloween parties, tailgates and dinner any night. By Ali Slagle Tana Harter knows what she wants in her chili: creamy heartiness, a glisten and glow, ...