Beef And Bacon Chili

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 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

Recipe

• 1 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.