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                          BEEF AND BACON CHILI

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Chili

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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    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       t            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.



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