"The Shopping List" 5 lbs. Ground Beef (ask the butcher for Chili Grind, which is a bit thicker) 1 Medium Sized Yellow Onion 1 Jalapeno Pepper 1 Can of Beer Garlic Salt Ground Cumin Seed Chili Powder

Note: Chili powder is the single ingredient that is the key to most winning recipes. While you can get chili powder anywhere, the best in the world is available at Pendery's in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. These are the very folks who own and operate the old Mexican Chile Supply across the street from the Tarrant County Courthouse. Lucky for you, you can order from their online catalog by visiting www.penderys.com When ordering, make sure you purchase their original blend. You can also phone in orders toll-free at 1-800-533-1870. They ship UPS so you'll get it in a day if you live in Texas. You might also make sure that you have a freshly peeled potato, a bit of sugar, and some corn starch around the house. While they are not primary ingredients, they are lifesavers if the chili appears to be a bit too greasy, or tastes too salty. Corn starch can absorb grease, and will insure a more gravy-like consistency without altering the taste.