Beef and Bacon Chili

Title:
Beef and Bacon Chili

Yield:
4 Servings

Categories:
Chili




Ingredients:





   1/2 lb Sliced bacon, chopped


     1 lb Lean ground beef


 1 1/2 c  Coarsely chopped onion


    28 oz Can, whole tomatoes,


          Undrained, coarsely chopped


    16 oz Can, pinto beans, undrained


     1 c  Picante sauce


     1 tb Chili powder


     2 ts Ground cumin


     1 ts 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.