Texas State Fair Chili

Texas State Fair Chili

ranch chili with beef, red beans & smoked peppers, corn chips bits & cheddar-jack cheese

Chili is the classic cookin' under the stars dish — and our Texas State Fair version takes it over the top!

This hearty chili is chock full of lean ground beef, red & kidney beans, ripe red tomatoes, onions and peppers — served up with corn chip bits and cheddar-jack cheese. Add a complimentary splash of Texas Pete hot sauce if you like your chili spicy!

It ranks supreme as the fan favorite and most popular meal! 

UPDATE for long-time buyers of our Texas State Fair Chili - the corn chips & cheese are now mixed directly into our chili (rather than packaged separately) resulting in less micro-trash at camp!

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About Our TEXAS STATE FAIR CHILI

  • 1 Serving Meal
     
  • Dietary Considerations: meat dish (ground beef); gluten conscious
    • all-natural ingredients
    • 650 calories
    • 41 g protein
       
  • Meal Net Weight:  5.5 oz | 155 g  
     
  • Meal Includes:  seasoned chili mix
     
  • Required:  boiling water
     
  • Recommended:  long-handled spoon; Cook-in-Cozy™

Remove

natural desiccant from main meal pouch.

Add

1-1/2 cup (12 oz / 354 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir.

Press

air from pouch and seal.

Steep-Cook

for 10 minutes.

Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

STIR
to blend.

 

BOOTS UP!

& dig into your Texas State Fair Chili!

Ingredients & Nutrition

 

 

Ingredients:

Kidney Beans, Red Beans, Ground Beef (beef, salt, beef stock, natural flavoring), Tortilla Chips (stone ground white corn, corn oil, lime), Cheddar Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto), Monterey Jack Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Chili Spice (cumin, chili powder [chile pepper, salt, garlic, spices], paprika, chipotle, garlic), Olive Oil, Tomatoes, Spices, Masa (corn, lime), Organic Tomatoes, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Organic Tomato Paste, Beef Stock, Organic Yellow Onion, White Onion, Tomato Stock (garlic salt, organic tomato, annatto, garlic granules, cilantro), Sea Salt, Bell Peppers, Green Chiles, Paprika, Burger Spice (spices, salt, onion, garlic), Cilantro

Special Notes:

CONTAINS: Milk

PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

 

Press Articles

What I love about this meal so much other than the chili is just fantastic, is that it comes with some toppings, so you get some corn chips, some sprinkle cheese and some TX Pete Hot Sauce.

It really is nice just to have so much flavor on trail, and then to be able to add those toppings and stuff … I think this one is the closest meal I’ve had to like a real meal in town, but while backpacking.


— Homemade Wanderlust: My 5 Favorite Backpacking Meals, YouTube Video, January 2019

Read more

The bane of some camping food: lack of texture. The bane of most: lack of flavor. This stewy meal ups the ante on both. The base is a meaty, tomato-based broth packed with as much flavor as the Lone Star State itself. But the proverbial icing on the cake? Included toppings of crushed Frito-style corn chips, shredded cheese and a packet of Texas Pete Hot Sauce that will warm your insides on a cold night.


— Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2012

Read more

frequently asked questions

What is Gluten Conscious?
 
Gluten Conscious is a term we use to describe a product that is prepared with gluten free ingredients; however, it is not prepared in a gluten-free environment. While we are careful to avoid cross-contamination, it is possible that trace amounts of gluten may be present due to the use of gluten in our facility.
Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
 

We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking™" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy™. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag™ preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy™ folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

Reviews (69)

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    Your Texas State Fair Chili is spot on. Excellent taste and spices was perfect. I just added a little more water . I definitely buy more of this.

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    Excellent backpacking meal! The flavors were great and rehydrated nicely. Good enough to eat even when not in the backcountry.

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    This is the best backcountry meal I ever had. It is just like you scooped it right out of the pot from home. Nothing better to warm you up on a cold drizzling evening. Top notch!

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    I ate this expired and it was the best expired food I've ever had in my life (but also no bad things happened) I recommend this for any go bag, since you can just eat it happily when you rotate out! Man, if you eat these fresh you get to enjoy the chips and cheese. Best dehydrated food I've had to date.

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    I had this meal on the AT in the GSMNP in October while it was snowing. What a great meal to warm me up! Loved ever drop and will be eating it again this October!

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    Always Excellent! Except I forgot the Texas Pete at home. Wish that it had been left in the bag.

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    I saved this for my last meal on a 4-day hike, and it was excellent! I repackaged the mix into a freezerbag to use in my FreezerBag Cooking cozy.

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    Me and my son had this meal on a 6 day backpacking trip to Isle Royale. It was awesome. I gave some to one of the other guys in our group and they were sold. Waayyyyy better than mountain house and didn't bother my stomach at all. Packet Gourmet is well worth the extra dollar or two to have a good meal. IMHO.

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

Cooking Method

just add water

Water Required

12 ounces

Temperature

boiling water

Cook time

10 minutes

Serving

18 Ounces

  • About

    • About Our TEXAS STATE FAIR CHILI

    • 1 Serving Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations: meat dish (ground beef); gluten conscious
      • all-natural ingredients
      • 650 calories
      • 41 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  5.5 oz | 155 g  
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned chili mix
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long-handled spoon; Cook-in-Cozy™

    Remove

    natural desiccant from main meal pouch.

    Add

    1-1/2 cup (12 oz / 354 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir.

    Press

    air from pouch and seal.

    Steep-Cook

    for 10 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR
    to blend.

     

    BOOTS UP!

    & dig into your Texas State Fair Chili!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

     

    Ingredients:

    Kidney Beans, Red Beans, Ground Beef (beef, salt, beef stock, natural flavoring), Tortilla Chips (stone ground white corn, corn oil, lime), Cheddar Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto), Monterey Jack Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Chili Spice (cumin, chili powder [chile pepper, salt, garlic, spices], paprika, chipotle, garlic), Olive Oil, Tomatoes, Spices, Masa (corn, lime), Organic Tomatoes, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Organic Tomato Paste, Beef Stock, Organic Yellow Onion, White Onion, Tomato Stock (garlic salt, organic tomato, annatto, garlic granules, cilantro), Sea Salt, Bell Peppers, Green Chiles, Paprika, Burger Spice (spices, salt, onion, garlic), Cilantro

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

     

    Press Articles

    What I love about this meal so much other than the chili is just fantastic, is that it comes with some toppings, so you get some corn chips, some sprinkle cheese and some TX Pete Hot Sauce.

    It really is nice just to have so much flavor on trail, and then to be able to add those toppings and stuff … I think this one is the closest meal I’ve had to like a real meal in town, but while backpacking.


    — Homemade Wanderlust: My 5 Favorite Backpacking Meals, YouTube Video, January 2019

    Read more

    The bane of some camping food: lack of texture. The bane of most: lack of flavor. This stewy meal ups the ante on both. The base is a meaty, tomato-based broth packed with as much flavor as the Lone Star State itself. But the proverbial icing on the cake? Included toppings of crushed Frito-style corn chips, shredded cheese and a packet of Texas Pete Hot Sauce that will warm your insides on a cold night.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2012

    Read more

    frequently asked questions

    What is Gluten Conscious?
     
    Gluten Conscious is a term we use to describe a product that is prepared with gluten free ingredients; however, it is not prepared in a gluten-free environment. While we are careful to avoid cross-contamination, it is possible that trace amounts of gluten may be present due to the use of gluten in our facility.
    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking™" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy™. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag™ preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy™ folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (69)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Your Texas State Fair Chili is spot on. Excellent taste and spices was perfect. I just added a little more water . I definitely buy more of this.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Excellent backpacking meal! The flavors were great and rehydrated nicely. Good enough to eat even when not in the backcountry.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is the best backcountry meal I ever had. It is just like you scooped it right out of the pot from home. Nothing better to warm you up on a cold drizzling evening. Top notch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I ate this expired and it was the best expired food I've ever had in my life (but also no bad things happened) I recommend this for any go bag, since you can just eat it happily when you rotate out! Man, if you eat these fresh you get to enjoy the chips and cheese. Best dehydrated food I've had to date.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I had this meal on the AT in the GSMNP in October while it was snowing. What a great meal to warm me up! Loved ever drop and will be eating it again this October!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Always Excellent! Except I forgot the Texas Pete at home. Wish that it had been left in the bag.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I saved this for my last meal on a 4-day hike, and it was excellent! I repackaged the mix into a freezerbag to use in my FreezerBag Cooking cozy.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Me and my son had this meal on a 6 day backpacking trip to Isle Royale. It was awesome. I gave some to one of the other guys in our group and they were sold. Waayyyyy better than mountain house and didn't bother my stomach at all. Packet Gourmet is well worth the extra dollar or two to have a good meal. IMHO.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    12 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    10 minutes

    Serving

    18 Ounces

  • Instructions

    • About Our TEXAS STATE FAIR CHILI

    • 1 Serving Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations: meat dish (ground beef); gluten conscious
      • all-natural ingredients
      • 650 calories
      • 41 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  5.5 oz | 155 g  
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned chili mix
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long-handled spoon; Cook-in-Cozy™

    Remove

    natural desiccant from main meal pouch.

    Add

    1-1/2 cup (12 oz / 354 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir.

    Press

    air from pouch and seal.

    Steep-Cook

    for 10 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR
    to blend.

     

    BOOTS UP!

    & dig into your Texas State Fair Chili!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

     

    Ingredients:

    Kidney Beans, Red Beans, Ground Beef (beef, salt, beef stock, natural flavoring), Tortilla Chips (stone ground white corn, corn oil, lime), Cheddar Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto), Monterey Jack Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Chili Spice (cumin, chili powder [chile pepper, salt, garlic, spices], paprika, chipotle, garlic), Olive Oil, Tomatoes, Spices, Masa (corn, lime), Organic Tomatoes, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Organic Tomato Paste, Beef Stock, Organic Yellow Onion, White Onion, Tomato Stock (garlic salt, organic tomato, annatto, garlic granules, cilantro), Sea Salt, Bell Peppers, Green Chiles, Paprika, Burger Spice (spices, salt, onion, garlic), Cilantro

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

     

    Press Articles

    What I love about this meal so much other than the chili is just fantastic, is that it comes with some toppings, so you get some corn chips, some sprinkle cheese and some TX Pete Hot Sauce.

    It really is nice just to have so much flavor on trail, and then to be able to add those toppings and stuff … I think this one is the closest meal I’ve had to like a real meal in town, but while backpacking.


    — Homemade Wanderlust: My 5 Favorite Backpacking Meals, YouTube Video, January 2019

    Read more

    The bane of some camping food: lack of texture. The bane of most: lack of flavor. This stewy meal ups the ante on both. The base is a meaty, tomato-based broth packed with as much flavor as the Lone Star State itself. But the proverbial icing on the cake? Included toppings of crushed Frito-style corn chips, shredded cheese and a packet of Texas Pete Hot Sauce that will warm your insides on a cold night.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2012

    Read more

    frequently asked questions

    What is Gluten Conscious?
     
    Gluten Conscious is a term we use to describe a product that is prepared with gluten free ingredients; however, it is not prepared in a gluten-free environment. While we are careful to avoid cross-contamination, it is possible that trace amounts of gluten may be present due to the use of gluten in our facility.
    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking™" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy™. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag™ preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy™ folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (69)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Your Texas State Fair Chili is spot on. Excellent taste and spices was perfect. I just added a little more water . I definitely buy more of this.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Excellent backpacking meal! The flavors were great and rehydrated nicely. Good enough to eat even when not in the backcountry.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is the best backcountry meal I ever had. It is just like you scooped it right out of the pot from home. Nothing better to warm you up on a cold drizzling evening. Top notch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I ate this expired and it was the best expired food I've ever had in my life (but also no bad things happened) I recommend this for any go bag, since you can just eat it happily when you rotate out! Man, if you eat these fresh you get to enjoy the chips and cheese. Best dehydrated food I've had to date.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I had this meal on the AT in the GSMNP in October while it was snowing. What a great meal to warm me up! Loved ever drop and will be eating it again this October!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Always Excellent! Except I forgot the Texas Pete at home. Wish that it had been left in the bag.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I saved this for my last meal on a 4-day hike, and it was excellent! I repackaged the mix into a freezerbag to use in my FreezerBag Cooking cozy.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Me and my son had this meal on a 6 day backpacking trip to Isle Royale. It was awesome. I gave some to one of the other guys in our group and they were sold. Waayyyyy better than mountain house and didn't bother my stomach at all. Packet Gourmet is well worth the extra dollar or two to have a good meal. IMHO.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    12 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    10 minutes

    Serving

    18 Ounces

  • Ingredients & Nutrition

    • About Our TEXAS STATE FAIR CHILI

    • 1 Serving Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations: meat dish (ground beef); gluten conscious
      • all-natural ingredients
      • 650 calories
      • 41 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  5.5 oz | 155 g  
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned chili mix
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long-handled spoon; Cook-in-Cozy™

    Remove

    natural desiccant from main meal pouch.

    Add

    1-1/2 cup (12 oz / 354 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir.

    Press

    air from pouch and seal.

    Steep-Cook

    for 10 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR
    to blend.

     

    BOOTS UP!

    & dig into your Texas State Fair Chili!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

     

    Ingredients:

    Kidney Beans, Red Beans, Ground Beef (beef, salt, beef stock, natural flavoring), Tortilla Chips (stone ground white corn, corn oil, lime), Cheddar Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto), Monterey Jack Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Chili Spice (cumin, chili powder [chile pepper, salt, garlic, spices], paprika, chipotle, garlic), Olive Oil, Tomatoes, Spices, Masa (corn, lime), Organic Tomatoes, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Organic Tomato Paste, Beef Stock, Organic Yellow Onion, White Onion, Tomato Stock (garlic salt, organic tomato, annatto, garlic granules, cilantro), Sea Salt, Bell Peppers, Green Chiles, Paprika, Burger Spice (spices, salt, onion, garlic), Cilantro

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

     

    Press Articles

    What I love about this meal so much other than the chili is just fantastic, is that it comes with some toppings, so you get some corn chips, some sprinkle cheese and some TX Pete Hot Sauce.

    It really is nice just to have so much flavor on trail, and then to be able to add those toppings and stuff … I think this one is the closest meal I’ve had to like a real meal in town, but while backpacking.


    — Homemade Wanderlust: My 5 Favorite Backpacking Meals, YouTube Video, January 2019

    Read more

    The bane of some camping food: lack of texture. The bane of most: lack of flavor. This stewy meal ups the ante on both. The base is a meaty, tomato-based broth packed with as much flavor as the Lone Star State itself. But the proverbial icing on the cake? Included toppings of crushed Frito-style corn chips, shredded cheese and a packet of Texas Pete Hot Sauce that will warm your insides on a cold night.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2012

    Read more

    frequently asked questions

    What is Gluten Conscious?
     
    Gluten Conscious is a term we use to describe a product that is prepared with gluten free ingredients; however, it is not prepared in a gluten-free environment. While we are careful to avoid cross-contamination, it is possible that trace amounts of gluten may be present due to the use of gluten in our facility.
    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking™" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy™. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag™ preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy™ folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (69)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Your Texas State Fair Chili is spot on. Excellent taste and spices was perfect. I just added a little more water . I definitely buy more of this.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Excellent backpacking meal! The flavors were great and rehydrated nicely. Good enough to eat even when not in the backcountry.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is the best backcountry meal I ever had. It is just like you scooped it right out of the pot from home. Nothing better to warm you up on a cold drizzling evening. Top notch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I ate this expired and it was the best expired food I've ever had in my life (but also no bad things happened) I recommend this for any go bag, since you can just eat it happily when you rotate out! Man, if you eat these fresh you get to enjoy the chips and cheese. Best dehydrated food I've had to date.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I had this meal on the AT in the GSMNP in October while it was snowing. What a great meal to warm me up! Loved ever drop and will be eating it again this October!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Always Excellent! Except I forgot the Texas Pete at home. Wish that it had been left in the bag.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I saved this for my last meal on a 4-day hike, and it was excellent! I repackaged the mix into a freezerbag to use in my FreezerBag Cooking cozy.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Me and my son had this meal on a 6 day backpacking trip to Isle Royale. It was awesome. I gave some to one of the other guys in our group and they were sold. Waayyyyy better than mountain house and didn't bother my stomach at all. Packet Gourmet is well worth the extra dollar or two to have a good meal. IMHO.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    12 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    10 minutes

    Serving

    18 Ounces

  • Reviews (69)

    • About Our TEXAS STATE FAIR CHILI

    • 1 Serving Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations: meat dish (ground beef); gluten conscious
      • all-natural ingredients
      • 650 calories
      • 41 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  5.5 oz | 155 g  
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned chili mix
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long-handled spoon; Cook-in-Cozy™

    Remove

    natural desiccant from main meal pouch.

    Add

    1-1/2 cup (12 oz / 354 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir.

    Press

    air from pouch and seal.

    Steep-Cook

    for 10 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR
    to blend.

     

    BOOTS UP!

    & dig into your Texas State Fair Chili!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

     

    Ingredients:

    Kidney Beans, Red Beans, Ground Beef (beef, salt, beef stock, natural flavoring), Tortilla Chips (stone ground white corn, corn oil, lime), Cheddar Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto), Monterey Jack Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Chili Spice (cumin, chili powder [chile pepper, salt, garlic, spices], paprika, chipotle, garlic), Olive Oil, Tomatoes, Spices, Masa (corn, lime), Organic Tomatoes, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Organic Tomato Paste, Beef Stock, Organic Yellow Onion, White Onion, Tomato Stock (garlic salt, organic tomato, annatto, garlic granules, cilantro), Sea Salt, Bell Peppers, Green Chiles, Paprika, Burger Spice (spices, salt, onion, garlic), Cilantro

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

     

    Press Articles

    What I love about this meal so much other than the chili is just fantastic, is that it comes with some toppings, so you get some corn chips, some sprinkle cheese and some TX Pete Hot Sauce.

    It really is nice just to have so much flavor on trail, and then to be able to add those toppings and stuff … I think this one is the closest meal I’ve had to like a real meal in town, but while backpacking.


    — Homemade Wanderlust: My 5 Favorite Backpacking Meals, YouTube Video, January 2019

    Read more

    The bane of some camping food: lack of texture. The bane of most: lack of flavor. This stewy meal ups the ante on both. The base is a meaty, tomato-based broth packed with as much flavor as the Lone Star State itself. But the proverbial icing on the cake? Included toppings of crushed Frito-style corn chips, shredded cheese and a packet of Texas Pete Hot Sauce that will warm your insides on a cold night.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2012

    Read more

    frequently asked questions

    What is Gluten Conscious?
     
    Gluten Conscious is a term we use to describe a product that is prepared with gluten free ingredients; however, it is not prepared in a gluten-free environment. While we are careful to avoid cross-contamination, it is possible that trace amounts of gluten may be present due to the use of gluten in our facility.
    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking™" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy™. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag™ preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy™ folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (69)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Your Texas State Fair Chili is spot on. Excellent taste and spices was perfect. I just added a little more water . I definitely buy more of this.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Excellent backpacking meal! The flavors were great and rehydrated nicely. Good enough to eat even when not in the backcountry.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is the best backcountry meal I ever had. It is just like you scooped it right out of the pot from home. Nothing better to warm you up on a cold drizzling evening. Top notch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I ate this expired and it was the best expired food I've ever had in my life (but also no bad things happened) I recommend this for any go bag, since you can just eat it happily when you rotate out! Man, if you eat these fresh you get to enjoy the chips and cheese. Best dehydrated food I've had to date.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I had this meal on the AT in the GSMNP in October while it was snowing. What a great meal to warm me up! Loved ever drop and will be eating it again this October!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Always Excellent! Except I forgot the Texas Pete at home. Wish that it had been left in the bag.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I saved this for my last meal on a 4-day hike, and it was excellent! I repackaged the mix into a freezerbag to use in my FreezerBag Cooking cozy.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Me and my son had this meal on a 6 day backpacking trip to Isle Royale. It was awesome. I gave some to one of the other guys in our group and they were sold. Waayyyyy better than mountain house and didn't bother my stomach at all. Packet Gourmet is well worth the extra dollar or two to have a good meal. IMHO.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    12 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    10 minutes

    Serving

    18 Ounces

  • Press

    • About Our TEXAS STATE FAIR CHILI

    • 1 Serving Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations: meat dish (ground beef); gluten conscious
      • all-natural ingredients
      • 650 calories
      • 41 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  5.5 oz | 155 g  
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned chili mix
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long-handled spoon; Cook-in-Cozy™

    Remove

    natural desiccant from main meal pouch.

    Add

    1-1/2 cup (12 oz / 354 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir.

    Press

    air from pouch and seal.

    Steep-Cook

    for 10 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR
    to blend.

     

    BOOTS UP!

    & dig into your Texas State Fair Chili!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

     

    Ingredients:

    Kidney Beans, Red Beans, Ground Beef (beef, salt, beef stock, natural flavoring), Tortilla Chips (stone ground white corn, corn oil, lime), Cheddar Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto), Monterey Jack Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Chili Spice (cumin, chili powder [chile pepper, salt, garlic, spices], paprika, chipotle, garlic), Olive Oil, Tomatoes, Spices, Masa (corn, lime), Organic Tomatoes, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Organic Tomato Paste, Beef Stock, Organic Yellow Onion, White Onion, Tomato Stock (garlic salt, organic tomato, annatto, garlic granules, cilantro), Sea Salt, Bell Peppers, Green Chiles, Paprika, Burger Spice (spices, salt, onion, garlic), Cilantro

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

     

    Press Articles

    What I love about this meal so much other than the chili is just fantastic, is that it comes with some toppings, so you get some corn chips, some sprinkle cheese and some TX Pete Hot Sauce.

    It really is nice just to have so much flavor on trail, and then to be able to add those toppings and stuff … I think this one is the closest meal I’ve had to like a real meal in town, but while backpacking.


    — Homemade Wanderlust: My 5 Favorite Backpacking Meals, YouTube Video, January 2019

    Read more

    The bane of some camping food: lack of texture. The bane of most: lack of flavor. This stewy meal ups the ante on both. The base is a meaty, tomato-based broth packed with as much flavor as the Lone Star State itself. But the proverbial icing on the cake? Included toppings of crushed Frito-style corn chips, shredded cheese and a packet of Texas Pete Hot Sauce that will warm your insides on a cold night.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2012

    Read more

    frequently asked questions

    What is Gluten Conscious?
     
    Gluten Conscious is a term we use to describe a product that is prepared with gluten free ingredients; however, it is not prepared in a gluten-free environment. While we are careful to avoid cross-contamination, it is possible that trace amounts of gluten may be present due to the use of gluten in our facility.
    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking™" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy™. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag™ preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy™ folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (69)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Your Texas State Fair Chili is spot on. Excellent taste and spices was perfect. I just added a little more water . I definitely buy more of this.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Excellent backpacking meal! The flavors were great and rehydrated nicely. Good enough to eat even when not in the backcountry.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is the best backcountry meal I ever had. It is just like you scooped it right out of the pot from home. Nothing better to warm you up on a cold drizzling evening. Top notch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I ate this expired and it was the best expired food I've ever had in my life (but also no bad things happened) I recommend this for any go bag, since you can just eat it happily when you rotate out! Man, if you eat these fresh you get to enjoy the chips and cheese. Best dehydrated food I've had to date.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I had this meal on the AT in the GSMNP in October while it was snowing. What a great meal to warm me up! Loved ever drop and will be eating it again this October!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Always Excellent! Except I forgot the Texas Pete at home. Wish that it had been left in the bag.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I saved this for my last meal on a 4-day hike, and it was excellent! I repackaged the mix into a freezerbag to use in my FreezerBag Cooking cozy.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Me and my son had this meal on a 6 day backpacking trip to Isle Royale. It was awesome. I gave some to one of the other guys in our group and they were sold. Waayyyyy better than mountain house and didn't bother my stomach at all. Packet Gourmet is well worth the extra dollar or two to have a good meal. IMHO.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    12 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    10 minutes

    Serving

    18 Ounces

  • FAQS

    • About Our TEXAS STATE FAIR CHILI

    • 1 Serving Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations: meat dish (ground beef); gluten conscious
      • all-natural ingredients
      • 650 calories
      • 41 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  5.5 oz | 155 g  
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned chili mix
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long-handled spoon; Cook-in-Cozy™

    Remove

    natural desiccant from main meal pouch.

    Add

    1-1/2 cup (12 oz / 354 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir.

    Press

    air from pouch and seal.

    Steep-Cook

    for 10 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR
    to blend.

     

    BOOTS UP!

    & dig into your Texas State Fair Chili!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

     

    Ingredients:

    Kidney Beans, Red Beans, Ground Beef (beef, salt, beef stock, natural flavoring), Tortilla Chips (stone ground white corn, corn oil, lime), Cheddar Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto), Monterey Jack Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Chili Spice (cumin, chili powder [chile pepper, salt, garlic, spices], paprika, chipotle, garlic), Olive Oil, Tomatoes, Spices, Masa (corn, lime), Organic Tomatoes, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Organic Tomato Paste, Beef Stock, Organic Yellow Onion, White Onion, Tomato Stock (garlic salt, organic tomato, annatto, garlic granules, cilantro), Sea Salt, Bell Peppers, Green Chiles, Paprika, Burger Spice (spices, salt, onion, garlic), Cilantro

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

     

    Press Articles

    What I love about this meal so much other than the chili is just fantastic, is that it comes with some toppings, so you get some corn chips, some sprinkle cheese and some TX Pete Hot Sauce.

    It really is nice just to have so much flavor on trail, and then to be able to add those toppings and stuff … I think this one is the closest meal I’ve had to like a real meal in town, but while backpacking.


    — Homemade Wanderlust: My 5 Favorite Backpacking Meals, YouTube Video, January 2019

    Read more

    The bane of some camping food: lack of texture. The bane of most: lack of flavor. This stewy meal ups the ante on both. The base is a meaty, tomato-based broth packed with as much flavor as the Lone Star State itself. But the proverbial icing on the cake? Included toppings of crushed Frito-style corn chips, shredded cheese and a packet of Texas Pete Hot Sauce that will warm your insides on a cold night.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2012

    Read more

    frequently asked questions

    What is Gluten Conscious?
     
    Gluten Conscious is a term we use to describe a product that is prepared with gluten free ingredients; however, it is not prepared in a gluten-free environment. While we are careful to avoid cross-contamination, it is possible that trace amounts of gluten may be present due to the use of gluten in our facility.
    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking™" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy™. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag™ preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy™ folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (69)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Your Texas State Fair Chili is spot on. Excellent taste and spices was perfect. I just added a little more water . I definitely buy more of this.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Excellent backpacking meal! The flavors were great and rehydrated nicely. Good enough to eat even when not in the backcountry.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is the best backcountry meal I ever had. It is just like you scooped it right out of the pot from home. Nothing better to warm you up on a cold drizzling evening. Top notch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I ate this expired and it was the best expired food I've ever had in my life (but also no bad things happened) I recommend this for any go bag, since you can just eat it happily when you rotate out! Man, if you eat these fresh you get to enjoy the chips and cheese. Best dehydrated food I've had to date.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I had this meal on the AT in the GSMNP in October while it was snowing. What a great meal to warm me up! Loved ever drop and will be eating it again this October!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Always Excellent! Except I forgot the Texas Pete at home. Wish that it had been left in the bag.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I saved this for my last meal on a 4-day hike, and it was excellent! I repackaged the mix into a freezerbag to use in my FreezerBag Cooking cozy.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Me and my son had this meal on a 6 day backpacking trip to Isle Royale. It was awesome. I gave some to one of the other guys in our group and they were sold. Waayyyyy better than mountain house and didn't bother my stomach at all. Packet Gourmet is well worth the extra dollar or two to have a good meal. IMHO.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    12 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    10 minutes

    Serving

    18 Ounces

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