I rather think it is what you grew up with. As you say casey, it has taken on a life of its own.
Mom made chili with Red Kidney beans, onions, tomatoes, ground beef... and chili powder of course. I never heard of it without kidney beans until about 20 years ago.
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No apology needed Jade! You can call your dish whatever your little heart desires. It is your creation after all. If it is along the lines of a dish that people can identify with then of course you should include that name. It helps people imagine what it must taste like.
and of course the pictures help!
Mom made chili with Red Kidney beans, onions, tomatoes, ground beef... and chili powder of course. I never heard of it without kidney beans until about 20 years ago.
Edit:
No apology needed Jade! You can call your dish whatever your little heart desires. It is your creation after all. If it is along the lines of a dish that people can identify with then of course you should include that name. It helps people imagine what it must taste like.
and of course the pictures help!
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