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bacon chili

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
Gretchen ***
@gcolie
Columbia, TN

When the weather cools down the first thing I'm making is chili. I'm always on the lookout for a new recipe and when I saw this one from Loveless Café here in Tennessee I had to try it. I tweaked it a little according to what I like and the ingredients I had, so feel free to do the same and enjoy!

(2 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For bacon chili

  • 1/2 lb
    bacon, chopped
  • 1 lb
    ground beef
  • 1
    onion, diced
  • 1 1/2 c
    pinto beans, cooked
  • 1 can
    small chili beans, undrained
  • 1 can
    (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 c
    salsa- your choice
  • 1 Tbsp
    chili powder
  • 2 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 1 tsp
    smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt

How To Make bacon chili

  • 1
    In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, cook bacon over medium low to medium heat, stirring, until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Drain all but 1 Tablespoon bacon grease (don't throw it away- save it to make cornbread, or use in place of oil when browning meat, etc.)
  • 2
    Brown ground beef with onions. Drain.
  • 3
    Add remaining ingredients and bacon- mix well. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes. Serve with frito chips, or cornbread, and top with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, or any of your favorite chili toppings. Note: This makes a thick chili, so if you want add tomatoes or other liquid to thin it out.
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