Southwest food expert and chile aficionado, Robert Oser, goes beyond chili con carne and chile con frijoles to take you on an enthusiastic exploration of meatless American chili, inspired new chili combinations, as well as chili-style dishes from around the world. You'll also learn about chilies throughout history, the medicinal benefits of chiles, and tips for growing, drying, buying, roasting, peeling and freezing chiles. So whether you'd rather have just a mild kick or a full-blown chile explosion, you'll find a recipe to match your every whim and passion.