Most cans of crushed tomatoes I've used seem more like puree, but I don't
think they would hurt. You just wouldn't have any chunks of tomatoes in
your chili, which I personally like.

Paula in Colorado

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>I have a chili recipe that calls for using canned whole tomatoes, but asks
> you to break them up with your hand before adding them in. I already have
> a
> few cans of crushed tomatoes on hand. Any big deal to use those instead??
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