Brrrrrr! It is ZERO degrees here in Wisconsin and the “feels like” temp is even worse. It has been a pretty mild winter up to this point, so I haven’t been as motivated to make some of the warm and cozy winter meals I typically like to indulge in. But now that it’s ridiculously cold outside, I’m reminded that I live in the frigid north, thus calling for hot and filling dinners. 

This past weekend, I had a day date with my hubby and we attended an outdoor kickball party on one of Wisconsin’s frozen lakes. He played and I cheered him on while sipping hot cider near the boathouse, safe from the wind. After the party, I came home and made my award winning chili to eat during the Packer playoff game.

Full disclosure – the award came from a friend’s chili contest party a few year’s back, but I’m still proud of it and will continue to call my chili “award winning”. LOL!

My parent’s and sister came over for the football game and we all enjoyed my southwest chili with fresh sour dough bread on the side. We had a roaring fire going, winter candles lit and big blankets spread out to cuddle up with. Despite the game being a disappointment, the chili is definitely still a winner and we stayed nice and toasty from the comfort of our family room! 

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