sorry joe...
i have only used the blends a few times, so i am not that experienced with them. i suppose you could use them as complete dumps, but obviously, it will change the taste and look of the chili. if it were me, i would stick to regular chili powder, and maybe use the blends to experiement with. i wish i had a better answer for you...?
but, i would like to say again, penderys has some of the better spices on the market. so chances are, whatever you get from them, it will be of highest quality.
bigjohn
