Frito Pie with my Ma's Chili + a Giveaway!

I was challenged by Fritos to suggest an "extreme" ingredient for a Fritos Pie Remix video. Traditionally, a Frito Pie involves scooping chili over a handful of chips, topping with cheese, and baking until the cheese melts and the Fritos transform into a cornbread-y crust. But they wanted a challenge, and I was totally feelio this dealio, if you know what I mean.

You don't? It's cool.

Naturally, Ramen noodles popped into my head as the challenge ingredient. So did generic brand corn chips, but that probably would have ruffled some Frito feathers.

Check out Chef Stephen's interpretation of a Frito Pie with Ramen noodles below:

...Crazy, bro.

My spin on Frito pie isn't really a spin because, let's be real, it's pretty much impossible to improve the chili version. The best I can do is use my Mom's recipe for chili. She's made the recipe for 27-ish years, which is weird considering she's only 25!

*Cue oldest daughter bonus points.*

But just like a cheesy informercial, WAIT!, there's MORE!

Fritos so kindly sent me a box of swag to give away. It's loaded with a variety of their chips, a backpack,  chip clips, and koozie to keep your drank nice and cold. I'm throwing in a couple packages of Ramen for good measure. Also, I somehow managed to purchase a can of lima beans without my cognizance, and this seems like an excellent opportunity to rid my pantry of unwanted bean product. Woo!

TO ENTER:
Post a comment on what your challenge ingredient to Fritos would have been. Then do 25 sit-ups, an algebraic proof, and let me know what White Cheddar Cheez-Whiz tastes like. I've always been curious.

Winner will be announced on Friday (1/27) at 12 pm!

Frito Pie with my Ma's Chili   Makes about 2 servings + a little leftover 
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 lb. lean ground chuck
1.5 T. chili powder
1 15 oz. can tomatoes in puree
1 cup tomato sauce
2 t. tomato paste
1/2 t. salt
Bay leaf
1 15 oz. can chili beans

For the Frito Pie:
1 cup Fritos
Grated cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Chives (fresh or dried, optional)

1.) Cook beef and onions over moderate heat until browned. Stir in the chili powder and cook for 1 minute.
2.) Add all remaining ingredients except for the beans. Cover and simmer 1 hour. Add beans and discard bay leaf.
3.) Preheat oven to 350. Add equal amounts of Fritos to individual ramekins or a small baking dish. Top with a scoop of chili and cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with sour cream and a sprinkle of chives.