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Beef & Bacon Chili

Source of Recipe

The Journal Inquirer, 1/5/94


List of Ingredients

1/2 pound Sliced bacon, chopped
1 pound Lean ground beef
1 1/2 cups Coarsely chopped onion
28 ounces Can, whole tomatoes, Undrained, coarsely chopped
16 ounces Can, pinto beans, undrained
1 cup Picante sauce
1 tb Chili powder
2 ts Ground cumin
1 t Salt


Recipe

Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion, chopped cilantro. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until crisp. Remove to paper towels with slotted spoon. Pour off all but about 1 tablespoon of the drippings. In drippings, brown ground beef with onion and green pepper; drain. Add reserved bacon and remaining ingredients except optional toppings; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes. Ladle into bowls, top as desired, and serve with additional picante sauce.