I use a variety of red peppers a hand mixer or blender and strain off seeds and large pieces of pulp. I use adobo and a tiny bit of brown sugar to cut heat. Cumino to taste.
My chili didn't even place in the top 3 out of 10.The judges announced the winner before my coworkers could eat any. However, my crockpot was empty first ( same size as everyone else ). Now I know how Hilary feels.
It's not that much work once you've done it. If anyone wants to make a dfw chili get together I'm willing to show up and demonstrate. It's fast and easy once you've done it.
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