February 25th is National Chili Day. With Spring is not too far away and a chill still in the air, the notion of cooking up something warm and spicy is appealing. Everyone has their own favorite recipe, many handed down from generation to generation.
The name Chili con carne ( literally chili with meat) often known as simply chili, is spicy stew. The name “chili con carne “is taken from Spanish and means “peppers with meat.” Traditional versions are made minimally from chili peppers, meat, garlic, onion and cumin, along with chopped or ground beef. Beans and tomatoes are frequently added. Variations, both geographic and personal may involve different types of meats as well as a variety of spices and other ingredients. Chili can be found worldwide and also in certain American style fast food restaurants.
The variant recipes provoke disputes among afficiandos. Chili lovers and cooks defend their personal resipes and hence why many host chili cook-offs in the spring. Speaking of Chili-Cook off, Partners in Wine and Rocky Hill Inn will be hosting a Spring Chili -Cook off. Stay tuned for more information.
Now to the wine pairings: Try a Chilean Malbec or even a Spanish wine. For a complete list of chili recipes or more wine pairings visit Chef E. for suggestions
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