Smoky Beef-And-Bacon Chili Recipe

Name: Smoky Beef-And-Bacon Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slices thick-cut bacon, finely chopped; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef; 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons sweet smoked Spanish paprika (pimenton dulce)*; 1/2 teaspoon to 1 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper; About 1 tsp. salt; 1 can (14.5 oz.) crushed fire-roasted tomatoes or regular crushed tomatoes; 1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce; 1 cup flavorful, medium-bodied beer, such as Anchor Steam; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire; 1 can (14.5 oz.) pinto beans, drained; Sour cream, sliced green onions, and/or coarsely shredded cheddar cheese for topping

Servings: persons

2 slices thick-cut bacon, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons sweet smoked Spanish paprika (pimenton dulce)*
1/2 teaspoon to 1 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
About 1 tsp. salt
1 can (14.5 oz.) crushed fire-roasted tomatoes or regular crushed tomatoes
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 cup flavorful, medium-bodied beer, such as Anchor Steam
1 teaspoon Worcestershire
1 can (14.5 oz.) pinto beans, drained
Sour cream, sliced green onions, and/or coarsely shredded cheddar cheese for topping

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1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, cook bacon, stirring until it just begins to brown, about 4 minutes. Add onion, lower heat to medium, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 4 to 7 minutes. Uncover pan, stir in garlic, and cook 1 minute.
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2. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef; break it up with a wooden spoon and stir gently until it loses its raw color, 7 minutes. Stir in spices and 1 tsp. salt and cook 1 minute. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, beer, and Worcestershire and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover partially, and cook 30 minutes.
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3. Add beans and cook 10 minutes, uncovered. Season to taste with salt. Serve warm, with toppings on the side.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 slices thick-cut bacon, finely chopped, 1 large onion, finely chopped, 1 large garlic clove, minced, 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef, and more.

Yes, Smoky Beef-And-Bacon Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Smoky Beef-And-Bacon Chili

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