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Chili, or chilli, normally refers to the dish known as chili con carne, which means 'chili with meat.' It's a spicy stew that originated in southern Texas and is made from meat, with beef being the most common, and chili peppers, or chili powder, at its most basic. Beans, especially red kidney beans, and tomatoes are commonly added, and there are variants that skip the meat and add something else. These could be vegetarian chilis (which are not chili con carne, as they lack the 'carne') made from several different beans, or a meat substitute could be used instead. Purists insist that only the basic, meat and chili, dish can truly be called chili con carne.
Chilis can be served in a number of ways. Rice is a common accompaniment to dishes of chili, and they can also be served with tortilla chips. Toppings can include grated cheese and jalapeño peppers. Though many Texan families had their own, often closely guarded, recipes for chili, these days premade versions of the dish can be bought.
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