image address Amateur photo from facebook, taken with an iphone 12. RECIPE NAME: well presented Chili Cheese Sandwiches Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (15 ounces) chili beans, undrained 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 8 slices of bread (Texas toast or your favorite sandwich bread) 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional) Directions: Cook the Chili: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the chili beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally. Prepare the Bread: Preheat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Butter one side of each slice of bread. Assemble the Sandwiches: Place 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, on the griddle or skillet. Spoon a generous amount of chili onto each slice. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the chili. Top each sandwich with another slice of bread, buttered side up. Cook the Sandwiches: Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Press down gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking. Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the griddle or skillet and let cool slightly. Garnish with [...]