Chad writes: >>I add beans and (mother of all evils) potatoes. The reason for the beans.....<< Beans & rice go into all my chili. In combination they digest really well. Very important for those of us with intestinal disorders. (Crohns) And of course the capsaicin also helps. For the peppers in the chili I like lots of Cubanelles for flavor. Peter, Pasila Bajio, Super Chili, Thai Hots & a single whole hab for the heat. Hamburger, sausage, onions, tomatoes, celery, bay leaves, molasses, lemon juice & what ever else I can think of at the moment go in. Served with grated cheese, buttered saltines, beer & football. John