A super satisfying hot bowl of chili is made even better with a touch of smoky heat from the chipotles and your own dried vegetables and jerky.

*Just Add Water*

Serves 1

Prep at Home

You’ll need the following ingredients:

1/2 oz Cajun Beef Jerky or Southwestern Ground Beef Jerky, broken into small pieces

1/4 cup dried cooked kidney or black beans

2 tbsp finely chopped dried tomatoes

1 tbsp dried red or green bell pepper pieces

2 tsp dried onion pieces

1/2 tsp crumbled dried oregano

1/2 tsp chili powder

Pinch chipotle pepper powder

Pinch salt 

In a sealable plastic bag, combine beef, beans, tomatoes, red peppers, onions, oregano, chili powder, chipotle powder and salt. Seal and store at room temperature for up to 1 month.

To Serve

You’ll need 1-1/4 cups water

1. In a saucepan, combine beef mixture and water. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes or until vegetables start to soften.

2. Uncover and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Reduce heat and boil gently, stirring often, for about 15 minutes or until vegetables are soft.

Top tip

Chipotle pepper powder is available at well-stocked spice or bulk food stores and some supermarkets. If you can’t find it, you can grind a dry chipotle pepper in a spice grinder.

Fresh Additions

· Replace 1/4 cup of the water with beer.

· Sprinkle with shredded Cheddar cheese or dollop with sour cream to serve.