Taking the guess work out of chili Great to have on hand whenever the mood for chili strikes. Let us do the dirty work of properly blending herbs and spices to make a great pot of chili, without overloading your spice rack with a bunch of ingredients you may not need to keep on hand. Directions: Brown 1 lb. of ground beef, add the seasoning packet, 1 cup of water, and 1 28oz. can of crushed tomatoes. Allow to simmer for an hour, and enjoy a great bowl of chili. Feel free to modify this recipe by adding your favorite peppers, beans, or vegetables. Get creative, and take all the credit.