Originally Posted by
corky
If it does end up being too hot, you can add a can or tomatoes to dilute it. Also, topping with sour cream and cheese helps diffuse the heat. Or cornbread or biscuits.
Now I want chili.
Personally, I don't like my chili to taste too tomato-ey. I'd probably try diluting it with beef broth first, which is my main liquid. Just be careful not to turn it into a soup! But I agree tomatoes would help with spice.