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This was delicious. PMM you aren't weird. The only bean I will eat is a green bean. Love chili. but no beans. When I saw this recipe I was delighted. A chili recipe right up mt alley. Thanks for this recipe. Easy and tasty. Will make again.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"11\/09\/2017 21:58","GUID":"db00050814854c2aa62e952d62ee53fc","MemberId":8325994,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ChrisD1717","SubmittedDate":"11\/09\/2017 21:58"},{"Comment":"
So although I love beans, I don't love them *in* things. Kind of like nuts in brownies...I know, I'm weird. So this recipe stood out for me.<\/p>
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