3 lb Lean ground beef 3 tb Brown sugar 1 ts Thyme 1 ts Salt 1 ts Cumin seed 1 ts Garlic powder 2 Bay leaves 1 ts Cilantro 1/4 ts Oregano (Mexican preferred) 1 ts Cayenne pepper 2 tb Paprika 46 oz V-8 juice 1 c Onions; chopped 16 oz Peeled tomatoes 4 c Pinto or kidney beans Brown beef and drain fat. Add all ingredients and cover. Cook for 4 hours or so on medium. -----
How To make Abilene Texas Chili's Videos
Chili's Grill & Bar, Abilene Texas
Chili's Grill & Bar 4302 S Clack Street Abilene, TX 79606 (325) 698-1660
Day Trip to Abilene ???? (FULL EPISODE) S5 E4
THROWBACK EPISODE - This episode originally aired on PBS in October 2014 as part of Season 6. Some of the locations may have changed. Check for the most up-to-date information.
Abilene is the heart of Texas’s “BIG COUNTRY.” It’s a region of our state with big skies with breathtaking sunsets, big prairies and REALLY BIG legends.
I suggest you jump right into its history at Frontier Texas! This amazing museum covers the entire story of the frontier, from the native Indians, to settlers, to buffalo hunters, all the way up to the steam engines that conquered the Wild West. There are holograms, a 360 degree theater and jaw-dropping first-hand stories of the struggles of living on the frontier.
If you want to really dive into Abilene’s military past, I suggest you head to Dyess Air Force Base. They have a small museum open to the public. If you can find an escort to get you inside the gate, you can walk around the aircraft park complete with a B-1 bomber, C-130 and B-17 flying fortress. They are amazing.
While there are tons of great places to eat in Abilene, those that want to partake in a legendary Texas experience can head to Buffalo Gap (pop 463). The Buffalo Gap Historic Village is a great collection of old buildings such as the original Taylor County Courthouse and various others from the last 50 years of the frontier.
North of town, you can walk through the remnants of the Wild West. See the ruins of this fort that was occupied by U.S. soldiers that helped pave the way for westward expansion into unsettled parts of Texas. It’s so strange to imagine this desolate place bustling with soldiers going about their daily duties.
Candies by Vletas is definitely the sweetest spot in town. They’ve got some amazing candy and chocolate-covered everything, all made in house. Some of the recipes go back 100 years!
You’ll want to polish off your day trip with a big hunk of beef at Perini Ranch Steakhouse. Folks routinely drive 2-3 hours just to eat here (and lucky for you it’s only about 20 minutes away from Abilene!) So since you’re in the neighborhood, you should definitely stop by. Of course they have more than just beef, so enjoy! Just make sure you get some bread pudding for dessert.
Rustic chophouse offering mesquite-fired steaks & seafood, plus a full bar & live music nights. Lytle Land & Cattle offers the largest selection of mesquite grilled steaks and seafood in the area. Upon ordering, request to pick out your very own steak and enjoy the Lytle experience!
Sadly, ABI-Haus has permanently closed since we filmed this episode.
The truly adventurous (with a SCUBA certification) shouldn’t miss the chance to dive the Valhalla Missile Silo that once housed an Atlas nuclear missile in the 1960s. Today this silo is filled with ground water going 120 feet deep and those that are brave enough to head into the darkness can SCUBA dive it. It is only open to private groups – so you’ll need to join up with a group to get inside. Family Scuba Center in Midland can give you the details.
Thanks for subscribing -
FOLLOW MY ADVENTURES.
Instagram : Facebook : Twitter :
Check out our Texas-sized collection of day trip gear at The Daytripper Online Store:
And be sure to visit the NEW Daytripper World Headquarters store in Downtown Georgetown, TX! Get directions here:
The Texas Bucket List - Rockin Rollerz - Abilene
The Burger of the week goes to a craft burger in Abilene!
Joe Allen's Pit Bar-B-Que Abilene TX 79602
Joe Allen's Pit Bar-B-Que is where you can find the best-tasting barbecue in the country! Our customers agree that our grilled steaks, chicken, ribeye and other selections are simply incomparable to other barbecue restaurants. We have the best family recipes on our menu for you and your family to enjoy. Stop in today or call us to learn about our catering services! Joe Allen's Pit Bar-B-Que (325) 672-9948
Chili Parlor
CHILI SUPERBOWL 2011 (HD) - Ben Richey Boys Ranch
In 1982 several Abilene business men became aware of the need that existed at the Abilene Boys Ranch. Since most of these Good Ole Boys were chili cookers, it was decided that the way to raise money would be to have a chili cook off. This is the 2011 cook off that was on Sept. 3-4, 2011. All proceeds benefit the Abilene Boys Ranch in Abilene, Texas and Albany, Texas. Be sure to make this event that's held every labor day weekend. Chili, brisket, chicken, ribs, beans, and desserts are also in the competition. Lot's of musical entertainment and donated auctions items are also part of this fun and worthy cause. The worlds largest chili pot is supplied by H-E-B grocery chain, and the chili is made by the Abilene Firefighters Association. Don't miss it!
If someone knows the name of the gentlemen in the background playing the song Folsom Prison Blues, send me a note and I will give them credit. Thanks!