Ingredients for Beef And Bacon Chili
- 1 pound bacon
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- Picante sauce (for topping, to taste)
- 4 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Make Beef And Bacon Chili
- Dice bacon and chop onion and green bell pepper.
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp (about 8-10 minutes).
- Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pan.
- Add ground beef to the pan and brown, breaking it up with a spoon. Add chopped onion and green pepper; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, pinto beans, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Add the reserved cooked bacon.
- Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Ladle chili into bowls and top with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, and/or extra picante sauce. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
64 g
Sugar
42g
Fat
67g
Carbs
16g
