During the depression years old railroad diners were salvaged and used as restaurants. Here is a recipe derived from a diner here in town.
It is my favorite.
1-1/2 lbs hamburger
1 30-1/2 oz Brooks Chili beans
2 medium or 1 large onion chopped
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp red hot pepper flakes
2 Tbs. chili powder
1 15 oz can tomato sauce
1 15-oz can diced tomatoes (optional) 4 to 8 z water to thin.
(not too much)
Put hamburg in large kettle with a little oil and cook over medium heat. Chop hamburg while cooking. Make sure you chop it finely. Cook until
pink disappears.
Add balance of ingredients and cook covered for about 1 to 1-1/2 hours.
Can substitute kidney for beans for chili bean if necessary
