How to Make Your Own Chili Seasoning Packets

join | what's new | site map

Your online source for free family fun, craft projects, parenting advice, and more...

Make Your Own Chili Seasoning Packets
by Amanda Formaro

Do you buy those packets of chili seasoning from the grocery store? Ever wonder how long they've been sitting there? Why buy those packets when you can make your own at home and they taste so much better? Here's a recipe for homemade chili seasoning packets along with a simple recipe for chili.

To make the chili seasoning packets you will need:

For each packet of seasoning:

small bowl
1 tbsp flour
2 tbsp minced onion
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
1/2 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp ground cumin

Set out as many bowls as you want. So if you want 5 packets of seasoning mix, set out 5 bowls. The measurements above are for ONE bowl/packet. Place ingredients in the bowl and mix together. Place into a zipper top sandwich bag. Wrap the sandwich bag in foil and label it with a black permanent marker. Store in cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

Amanda's Chili
Serves 4

1 pound ground beef
1- 15 oz can dark red kidney beans
1- 14 oz can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup water
1 packet of homemade chili seasoning mix

Brown ground beef in a skillet and drain off fat. Return ground beef to the pan and add seasoning mix, water, beans and tomatoes. At this point you can add in anything else that you want to personalize the recipe. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Serve with buttered crackers or cornbread. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.

Reprinted with permission from Homemade chili, chili seasoning mix, and corn muffins on Amanda's Cookin'

More You Might Like:
Basic Homemade Tacos
3 Fabulous Soups Using Budget-Friendly Leftovers
Appetizer: BLT Bites
Easy Boneless Chicken

About the Author:
Amanda Formaro is the crafty, entrepreneurial mother of four children. She loves to bake, cook and make crafts. She is the craft expert for FamilyCorner.com and Kaboose.com. You can see her crafty creations on Crafts by Amanda and her delicious recipes on Amanda's Cookin'. She is also the owner of Fun Family Crafts.

Mother's Day!

Mother's Day is right around the corner. Celebrate mom this year with plenty of crafts, recipes and plenty of other ideas. Here are a few examples to get you started...

More Holidays...

FamilyCorner.com Magazine on Facebook

Win Fun Stuff!

Check out all the fun goodies we are giving away here at FC...

Check out all of our contests here! Giveaways change every couple of weeks, so be sure to check back often. Several giveaways going on at once!

New Stuff

new on familycorner.com Missed the last couple of newsletters? Haven't visited for a while? This section highlights articles and crafts that have recently been added to FC...

Cardboard Tube Bracelet for a Princess

Make a Beaded Frame for Mom

Tips to Get Your Picky Eater to Try Something New

Pampering Your Older Dog

Traveling with Toddlers

Cookie Crumb Cheesecake Caterpillars

Choosing a Reptile for a Pet

Get Household Chores Finished In Record Time

Parents Helping Children with Stress

Flower Wand

Make a Strawberry Pin

Flower Wand	Easy Bird Treats
Strawberry Pin	Litterbug Craft


	OUR FRIENDS Craft Supplies Family Stickers Children's Halloween Costumes Letter Stencils Family Costume Ideas FamilyCorner The Blog Amanda's Cooking Blog Amanda's Craft Blog	MORE GOOD STUFF Newsletters Advertising Services Submissions Media Opportunities Link To Us Shop Feedback Staff	POPULAR AREAS Family FunBook Forums Kid's Crafts Coloring Pages Household Hints & Tips Photo Gallery Blogs e-Cards Reminder Service
Contact Us \| Copyright Notice \| Privacy Policy \| Terms of Use/Disclaimer Copyright © 1997-2012 FamilyCorner.com FamilyCorner.com® is a registered trademark of FamilyCorner.com, an Internet Brands Company