Mark Havener's "J350" Rocket Chili
By: Mark Havener, NAR #76868
 

Every now and then my family gets the idea that I can cook for normal people. My beautiful wife, who comes from a very multi-cultural background, does not understand how I can combine foods the way I do and live.

The following recipe is for what I call "Rocket Chili" because I started eating this for dinner the night before a launch for good luck, and you will feel like you're sitting on the hot end of a J350 after this stuff has had it's way with you.

Here's the parts list:

• Two cans of your favorite chili
• One can whole kernel corn
• Three cups Cheese Tortellini
• 1/3 cup chopped onions
• Black Pepper
• Garlic Powder or Garlic Salt
• Salt (if you're not using Garlic Salt)
• Mrs. Dash seasoning
• Parmesan cheese

Put the chili in a pan and put on medium heat. Drain the can of corn and add to the chili. Let the mixture simmer, stirring occasionally.

Turn the heat down to low, continuing to stir. Add the chopped onions. Add one tablespoon black pepper, two teaspoons garlic, a sprinkle of salt. Stir well. Let simmer at very low heat for 5-10 minutes.

After adding the spices, fill a second pot with water, add olive oil and bring to a boil. Add the tortellini and let boil for 3-4 minutes. Drain.

Put 1 cup tortellini on a plate. Sprinkle with Mrs. Dash and cover with parmesan cheese to taste. Then add one cup chili on top. Serve with milk, beer or lots of water. Serves three.