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Category: Soups & Stews

Elk and Fire: Homestead Chili Rojo with a Poblano Punch and Cast Iron Cornbread

Who says chili has to play by the rules? Not in this kitchen. This isn’t your average bowl of beefy boredom—it’s a high-octane fusion of the wild and the homegrown. Grass-fed elk meets smoky guajillo paste in a dance of flavor hotter than your last bad idea. Toss in fire-roasted poblanos from a farm you can actually pronounce, and you’ve got a chili that laughs in the face of mediocrity.
Oh, and that cast iron skillet cornbread? It’s toasted with ancho chili flair, because your bread deserves to be as bold as your soup. Vegetarian-friendly? Sure. Weak sauce? Never. This is chili rojo with the volume turned up to 11. Grab a spoon, a bandana, and a rebellious spirit—it’s time to burn the rulebook and savor the spice.

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Roasted Cauliflower Goes Mexican Street Style: Bold, Smoky, and Flavor-Packed

Forget what you know about cozy, familiar bowls of soup—this is Not Your Abuela’s Soup. We’re taking Mexican street flavors to the next level with roasted cauliflower, smoky spices, and a bold, tangy kick that would have even Abuela raising an eyebrow. Expect creamy texture, charred notes, and the kind of flavor that’ll make you wonder why you ever settled for anything less. This isn’t comfort food as usual; it’s comfort food turned rebellious.

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