Better with Bacon – Bacon & Whiskey Chili

Two of my favorite things…once again coming together to create something magical

This great recipe found at apartmentfarm.com.  Cooks in just about 30 minutes, so you could have this tonight!  Although, I like a slow simmer to my chili, so maybe this weekend…hmmm decisions, decisions…

Recipe after the jump.

Bacon & Whiskey Chili

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 2 cans chili beans (or 1 can of kidney beans and 1 can of pinto beans)
• 1 sweet pepper, finely diced (optional)
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 healthy shot of whiskey (Plus one for the cooks! Toast your awesome cooking skills!)
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons cumin
• 1 tablespoon oregano
• 1 tablespoon thyme
• 2 tablespoons fried garlic (you could also use fresh, but the fried is really nice here)
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon chili powder

Directions:

1. Saute the bacon and onion together until the onion is just translucent. If using the sweet pepper, add it now.
2. Add the beef, and cook until the meat is browned.
3. Add the tomatoes, beans and chicken stock, and bring to a simmer.
4. Add all of the spices, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
5. Add the brown sugar and whiskey, and simmer another 5-10 minutes.

Enjoy!

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