Now that we’re squarely in October, observers of National Chili Month can get down to business. Yes, chili is one of those foods so revered that it gets a whole month of honor rather than just a day.

With this chilly weather, everyone’s thinking about warming foods. This gray afternoon, I went digging for my own go-to chili recipe — with sweet potatoes, black beans and a weird mix of spices — but ...

Chili con carne was introduced to America by the “Chili Queens,” women who served food in San Antonio’s Military Plaza as early as the 1860s. Chili stands were also common in Galveston and Houston; ...

Beans are a great source of dietary fiber. A cup of Chili Con Carne provides 5 grams of fiber. Once considered poor man's meat, legumes (beans, peas and lentils) have emerged as an extremely versatile ...

Chile con carne has long been at the center of cook-offs, drawing fierce competition and loyal fans across the country. It ...

Nothing beats a rich, smoky bowl of Chili Con Carne cooked in the heart of elk camp! Made with bold spices, tender meat, and slow-simmered goodness, this dish is the perfect comfort food for the great ...

How much do we really know about the history of chili con carne? Once considered outrageously exotic by Anglo diners, chili has since won recognition as the dish that gave rise to Tex-Mex cuisine.

Last month, we brought you the early history of chili con carne, focusing specifically on its first contact with Anglo Texans and its role in the origins of Tex-Mex cuisine. In addition to discussing ...