It’s Labor Day Weekend here in the US, families gather for the official end of the US Summer but you wouldn’t know Summer was at an end given the current weather here in NY, where, during the day, the mercury continues to soar to the upper 80s and 90s (28c – 33c)!

When its hot, I like to heat it up with my food, get out the Jalapeno Peppers and cook up one of my family favorites. This simple delicious version of Chili Con Carne with side orders of my own home made Tomato Salsa and Guacamole, is great for a crowd or just a few. The combination of flavors from South of the Border are wonderful

In this first of three posts, I’ll share my recipe for the Chili itself and deal with the sides and offer my secret recipe for something a little Cuban to wash it all down with!

Chile Con Carne Ingredients ready for…