Grandma's Chili

Why I Love This Recipe

Recipe submitted by Aimee

Alias Name: Joy

I’m passionate about building systems and processes that support inclusivity and ensure everyone has access to the resources they need.

More about the recipe: Rooted in postwar Quebec farmland traditions, this recipe reflects resilience and community care during a time when the economy was harsh and rationing shaped daily life. During the war and its aftermath, governments issued meal tickets to control scarce food supplies, and many families in cities faced hunger. My grandmother, born in 1934, grew up rurally, raising animals and preserving herbs. With the food they produced and prepared with care, my family helped sustain neighbors through these challenging times. Every bowl tells a story of resourcefulness, love, and heritage. It is with a full heart that I carry forward this recipe that once nourished communities.

Ingredients You'll Need

1 lb ground horsemeat (or beef), cooked and drained
1 can cubed tomato
1 can tomato paste
1 onion, diced
1 can beef broth
1-2 pepper, cubed
1 branch of celery, diced
2 tbs brown sugar
1 tbs chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp turmeric
½ tsp cayenne
Dash oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

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