*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           BEEF AND BACON CHILI

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

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     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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