Sunday Chili
A chili made with beef, bacon, tomatoes, chopped vegetables, beans, and spices.
Ingredients
- salt
- ground beef
- bacon
- onion
- garlic
- jalapeno
- carrots
- chili powder
- cumin
- oregano
- garlic powder
- tomato paste
- fire roasted crushed tomatoes
- beans
- beef broth or chicken broth
- toppings
Method
- Mix salt with ground beef. Set aside so it can get nice and salty while you prep the other ingredients. In a large Dutch oven over medium high heat, fry your bacon pieces until crispy. Drain on paper towel lined plates. Pour off most of the bacon fat, but leave 1-2 tablespoons for sautéing.
- Add the onion, garlic, jalapeno, and carrots. Sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Add the ground beef and spices. Brown until fully cooked.
- Add the tomato paste. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, beans, broth, and bacon. Bring to a low simmer. Cover and let it cook over low heat for at least 30-45 minutes, but ideally 2+ hours (this helps the flavors develop). You can alternate between keeping it over a low flame and just letting it rest in the hot pot. It will thicken, so use extra water or broth to thin it out to desired consistency.
- Top with your favorite toppings and serve.