Beef And Bacon Chili
- 1/2 lb sliced bacon, chopped
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped onions
- 28 ounces whole tomatoes, undrained
- 16 ounces pinto beans, undrained coarsely chopped
- 1 cup picante sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 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.
bacon, lean ground beef, onions, tomatoes, pinto beans, picante sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, salt
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/beef-and-bacon-chili-149260 (may not work)