How to make the perfect chilli con carne and the common mistakes to avoid

Not too hot, not too sweet, the right spices to use, plus Neven Maguire's recipe for his favourite chilli con carne

Served with rice or scooped up with tortilla chips, you can't beat Neven Maguire's chilli con carne. 

Make the day before

Chilli gets better with time, so cook it the day before you plan to eat it for maximum flavour sensation.