1st Annual Kingsland Library Chili Cook Off : Who makes the best chili in Kingsland? Cooks battle it out on January 20th!

As the weather gets colder outside, it’s time to heat things up on the inside with our first annual chili cook off!
The contest will be held January 20th from 4:00-7:00PM. Contestants should pre-register by Tuesday, January 18th. If 8 entries do not register by this time, the contest will be postponed to a later date and pre-registered participants will be notified.
Live music is tentatively scheduled and the program is open to all members of the public. Tasting bowls will be available for a $1 donation to the Friends of the Kingsland Library to support Library programs.
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Rules are listed below:

1. Contestants may enter any of the three categories: “Best Traditional Chili” (no beans, pasta, or rice), “Best of the Bean” (recipe includes beans), or “Hot & Tasty.”
2. Contestants will bring 4 quarts (1 gallon) of prepared “ready-to-eat” chili to the contest.
3. Any meat or combinations of meat is permitted. Ingredients must be listed, quantities are not required.
4. Each entry must provide their own ingredients, cooking utensils, heat source, water, extension cords, etc.
5. Contestants are responsible for providing any condiments or breads they feel would enhance their chili. KLB will provide bowls, spoons, and tea.
6. Complete commercial chili mixes are not allowed.
7. Chili cannot be left unattended for sanitary and integrity reasons.
8. Entrants are encouraged (but not required) to decorate their booth (1 six foot table).
9. Contestants will be judged based on texture, flavor, consistency, and blending of spices in chili.
10. Entry forms are available at the KLB.