34 Reviews of Grand Prize Chili

From: Steve1

On Mar 21, 2003

This was truly the best chili I have ever had! I substituted beer for the water, included 2 cans of red beans, and cooked it in a crock pot for 5 hours. I served the chili w/ Homemade Biscuits (#17867) by Darlene Summers w/ cheddar cheese added, diced onion, grated cheese & sour cream. Delicious!

From: Mysterygirl

On Nov 25, 2002

This is the best chili! I made it twice, the second time I substituted beer for the water and added some pureed chipotle peppers - it was even more awesome!

From: bratty

On Dec 7, 2002

Simply the best chili! The only thing I changed was, I substituted beer for the water, as MG suggested. I let this simmer on the stove for a couple of hours, it smelled wonderful while it was cooking. I knew this was a winner, but BF has already requested it agian, and I just made it two days ago, so it was definately a hit. The flavor of this chili was just awesome! You MUST try this! Definately a keeper Cher!

From: Salesgirl

On Dec 19, 2002

Fantastic! Very complex layers of flavor. Couldn't be easier to make.

From: ciao

On Nov 28, 2003

Can I give this about 50 stars? Cher, this is awesome chili! I made it exactly as stated, no substitutions, but I used some fresh hot peppers in addition to the cayenne(I didn't have enough of the cayenne.) I used beer instead of water, mmm... And now for the million dollar question...Did I add beans???? You have converted this born and bred Yankee and my Yankee husband! I no longer need beans in my chili, lol! It was nice and thick all on it's own, and soooo good. We had it w/ cornbread. And the leftovers are even better, if that's possible. Just amazing chili, and the only one I'll make from now on. Thanks Cher!

From: cooking_geek

On Dec 26, 2003

I'm so behind in reviewing my recipes! I made this a good week and half ago and it was the first time I made chili from scratch. It was perfect! It was better than the Chili-O packets I buy! I used Corona's instead of water and added a can of pinto beans to it. My fiance will not eat chili unless it has beans in it! It also reheated very nicely.

From: tampacountess

On Jan 12, 2004

This is a wonderful recipe. I fixed it on Saturday, and my dearest love just kept telling me how much he likes it. I did add some beans and also a red bell pepper, but it would have been fine without them. Thanks for a winning recipe. ingrid in tampa

From: Jeff Hixson

On Mar 16, 2004

This was wonderful, I made exactly as the recipe called. ( I took some out of the pot at the end and added beans for myself) This is a keeper. Thanks Cher

From: moxie

On Nov 1, 2003

When I walked into the house and smelled this cooking, I had to take a taste. My first thoughts were, "a little too spicy and what it really needs is a can of bea...." OUCH! WHAT THE HECK?!?!?! STOP BEATING ME!!! HEY, WHAT"S THAT SHINY THING??? Oh Cher, this is Moxie. I am so sorry. I came home from the store and found a Yankee had broken into the house and was typing at my computer. I lured him outside by rolling a six-pack of Old Milwaukee into the driveway. Unfortunately, he ran right into the path of our neighbor's F-150. Such a stressful day. Fortunately, I had your fine chili to calm my nerves. It is truly a masterpiece, and I am so glad you shared it. I substituted Shiner Bock for the water, but made no other changes, although we did top our bowls of red with a little sharp cheddar. Thank you so much for sharing this awesome recipe. It rocks and so do you!

From: Sheri L. Hamilton

On Jan 4, 2004

This recipe is incredible. I made it yesterday and the entire pot was devoured. My husband was back for seconds (probably thirds) as a midnight snack and finished it off! My kids (age 10 and 12) loved it. They said it was spicy but loved the flavor and kept on eating, going for seconds too! I followed the recipe except for only putting 3 tablespoons of chili powder and adding a can of beans. This is a keeper!!!! They are alreading asking when I am going to make it again! THANKS for sharing!!