Chili and Chili Seasoning Mix

Ingredients:

• 4 TBsp.  chili powder
• 2 1/2 tsp. ground coriander
• 2 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp. Cayenne pepper

Directions:  Combine the spices.  Store in an airtight container or zipper-closing sandwich bag in a cool, dry place.

Yield:  20 tsp. mix or 4 batches (use 5 tsp. for each recipe of chili)

Chili

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. boneless round steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 tsp. vegetable oil
• 5 tsp. Chili Seasoning Mix, divided  (Recipe shown above)
• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 28 oz. can diced tomatoes undrained
• Two 15 oz. cans chili beans, divided

Directions:  Lightly brown steak in oil in a Dutch oven; add 3 tsp. of the seasoning mix and toss to coat.  Add ground beef; cook until meat is no longer pink. Add onion and cook until tender.  Add tomatoes and 2 more tsp. of the seasoning mix. Stir in one can of chili beans.  Put the contents of the other can in a blender, cover and process until smooth.  Add to chili.  Cook on low for 30 – 40 minutes or until meat is tender.

Yield: 10 servings

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A.  Hike!

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Presidential Quiz

Do you know your United States History???

Take this fun quiz and find out.

Mt. Rushmore features the faces of the following United States Presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. Find out more about this national monument.

1. Which of the 4 Presidents featured on Mount Rushmore was the only President elected unanimously… twice?

2. To date, which president is the tallest, standing at 6’4″?

3. Which United States President spoke 6 languages?

4.  Which president is known for his achievements in conservation?

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