Chili Starter Gift Crate

When it comes to a crowd-pleasing dinner for family and friends, there's nothing like a bowl of home-cooked chili. This collection makes it easy with a few of our favorite shortcuts. The exclusive set features two chili starters, two cornbread mixes, an eco-friendly Microplane® grater and an absorbent kitchen towel. A great gift, the time-saving assortment arrives in a reusable wooden crate.

• Shipped fresh.
• A Williams Sonoma exclusive.

Crate includes (see More Info tab for details):

• Williams Sonoma Red Chili Starter
• Williams Sonoma White Chili Starter
• 2 Williams Sonoma Cornbread Mixes
• Microplane Eco Series Extra-Coarse Paddle Grater
• Williams Sonoma Classic Logo Towel
• Reusable Wooden Crate

• Williams Sonoma Red Chili Starter: Combining the best California vine-ripened tomatoes with Texas Lone Star Beer, our vibrant chili starter is spiced with chipotle peppers, ancho chiles and Mexican cumin. Prep is simple – just add browned beef, turkey or vegetables, simmer and serve. (2 lb./908g; makes 6 servings)
• Williams Sonoma White Chili Starter: A savory spin on a Southwestern classic, our time-saving starter is a bright blend of white beans, vine-ripened tomatoes, roasted green chiles and regional spices. Prep is simple – just add browned beef, turkey or vegetables, simmer and serve. (2 lb./908g; makes 6 servings)
• Williams Sonoma Cornbread Mix: Bake classic Southern-style cornbread with delicious, authentic flavor. Our custom-blended mix makes it easy. It's crafted with the finest American cornmeal and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. Just add a few fresh ingredients and follow our step-by-step recipe. (set of 2; 16.2 oz./458g; makes 12 servings)
• Microplane® Eco Series Extra-Coarse Paddle Grater: Pairing the iconic Microplane surgical-grade stainless-steel blade with an organic Moso bamboo and resin handle, this eco-friendly grater is 100% recyclable. The razor-sharp cutting teeth work in both directions for twice the efficiency, precisely grating and shredding everything from cheese and zucchini to potatoes. (2 3/4" wide, 11 1/2" long)
• Williams Sonoma Classic Logo Towel: Made of absorbent Turkish cotton, our soft yet durable jacquard-woven towel is ideal for wiping down counters and drying dishes. (30" x 20").
• Reusable Wooden Crate: Crafted of balsa wood, this reusable crate features a sliding top and our logo on the side. (13 1/2" x 11 1/2" x 5" high; 1 lb. 10 oz.)

Williams Sonoma Red Chili Starter

Receiving Instructions

• Starter ships fresh at ambient temperature.
• Upon receipt, store unopened at room temperature for up to 18 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator and enjoy within 7 days.

Preparation Instructions

• In large saucepan over medium-high heat, brown 1 lb. (500g) ground beef (preferably chili grind) or 1 lb. (500g) cubed beef for 7–10 minutes. Drain fat.
• Add 1 jar starter and 1 cup (250ml) water, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour for ground beef; for cubed beef, simmer until tender, 2–3 hours.
• If desired, add 1 can (15 oz./470g) black beans, drained and rinsed, during last 30 minutes of cooking. For a spicier version, add minced jalapeño along with starter.
• Serve with grated cheese, diced yellow or green onion, sour cream and tortilla chips.

Williams Sonoma White Chili Starter

Receiving Instructions

• Starter ships fresh at ambient temperature.
• Upon receipt, store unopened at room temperature for up to 24 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator and enjoy within 7 days.

Preparation Instructions

• In large saucepan over medium-high heat, brown 1 lb. (500g) ground beef (preferably chili grind) or 1 lb. (500g) cubed beef for 7–10 minutes. Drain fat.
• Add 1 jar starter and 1 cup (250ml) water, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour for ground beef; for cubed beef, simmer until tender, 2–3 hours.
• If desired, add 1 can (15 oz./470g) black beans, drained and rinsed, during last 30 minutes of cooking. For a spicier version, add minced jalapeño along with starter.
• Serve with grated cheese, diced yellow or green onion, sour cream and tortilla chips.

Williams Sonoma Cornbread Mix

Receiving Instructions

• Mix ships fresh at ambient temperature.
• Upon receipt, store unopened at room temperature for up to 18 months.

Preparation Instructions

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cup milk
• 6 Tbs. unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (plus more as needed)
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 1 egg
• Salted butter, softened for serving
• Honey, for serving

Directions

• Place 8" diam. skillet on middle rack of oven and preheat to 375°F.
• In medium bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, oil and egg until smooth. Add cornbread mix and stir until just combined.
• Remove hot skillet from oven and add 1 Tbs. butter, swirling it around and up sides of pan.
• Immediately pour batter into skillet and return to oven.
• Bake until cornbread is golden brown on top and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20–22 minutes. Transfer to wire rack to cool slightly.
• Enjoy cornbread warm or at room temperature, served with butter and honey, if desired.
• Alternative Baking Method: Make batter as directed above. Bake in greased 8" sq. baking dish for 25–30 minutes.

Microplane® Eco Series Extra-Coarse Paddle Grater

Care

• Top-rack dishwasher safe.

Williams Sonoma Classic Logo Towel

Care

• Machine-wash warm.
• Use non-chlorine bleach as needed.
• Tumble-dry.
• Warm iron as needed.

Williams Sonoma Red Chili Starter

• Tomatoes, water, onions, beer, tomato paste, garlic, canola oil, chili powder, modified tapioca starch, cumin, salt, black pepper, chipotle powder, jalapeño peppers, citric acid.
• Contains wheat/gluten.
• This product is prepared and packaged using machines that may come in contact with tree nuts, fish, shellfish, eggs, dairy, peanuts, soy.

Williams Sonoma White Chili Starter

• Chicken stock (water, dried chicken stock, salt, carrot stock, celery stock, pork gelatin, onion stock, chicken fat, chicken, chicken skin, tapioca starch [native], natural flavor), Great Northern beans (Great Northern beans, water, salt), tomatoes (vine-ripened fresh tomatoes, citric acid, calcium chloride), onion, roasted poblano peppers, roasted Anaheim peppers, garlic, red bell peppers (sweet bell peppers, water, citric acid), cornstarch, salt, canola oil, cumin, lime juice, lactic acid, sugar, roasted jalapeño peppers, coriander, cilantro, chili powder.
• This product is prepared and packaged using machines that may come in contact with wheat/gluten, dairy, soy, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts (walnuts, pecans), sesame, fish (anchovies).

Williams Sonoma Cornbread Mix

• Wheat flour, yellow cornmeal, dehydrated honey (sugar, honey), salt, baking powder (monocalcium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, cornstarch), sodium bicarbonate.
• Contains wheat/gluten.
• This product is prepared and packaged using machines that may come in contact with wheat/gluten, dairy, soy, eggs, tree nuts (coconut, almonds, pecans), sesame, mustard.

Shipping Information

UPS can deliver most in-stock items within 3–5 business days. UPS is unable to deliver to P.O. boxes.

Shipping Rates

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Next Day Delivery

For an additional charge of $26 per address, we can expedite delivery to most destinations. This service is not available for some oversize items, items shipped directly from the supplier (including perishable and custom-manufactured items), out-of-stock items and items to be shipped outside the contiguous 48 states.

Return Policy

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Within 30 days, you may return most items for a refund of the merchandise value. An original receipt or gift receipt is required for all returns and exchanges. Returns with a gift receipt will be refunded in the form of a Merchandise Credit for the amount indicated on the gift receipt. Returns with original receipt will be refunded in the original form of payment, cash and check refunds over $100 will be issued as a company check (may take 14 business days from time of request). Please note that returned items must be in new condition.

Returns of kitchen electrics and cutlery (knife sets, single knives, cutting boards, knife sharpeners and knife storage) may require extra information and safety instructions. To initiate your return, please contact us at 888.922.4108 or visit us at your local store.

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Made to Order and Final Sale Furniture items are non-returnable and cannot be cancelled once the order is placed.

For returns of items purchased from your Williams Sonoma Gift Registry, we will gladly provide a refund or exchange for the merchandise within 90 days of your event or within 90 days of purchase, whichever date is later. View Full Returns Policy.

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