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Bacon Bison Beer Chili

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Ingredients
  

  • 3 Slices Thick Cut Bacon, finely chopped
  • 1 Large Yellow Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 Large Garlic Clove, minced
  • 1 1/2 Lbs Lean Ground Bison
  • 1 Tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 1/2 Tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 1/2 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 14.5 Oz Crushed Fire Roasted Tomatoes or Regular Crushed Tomatoes
  • 8 Oz Salsa
  • 1 Cup Medium-Bodied Beer
  • 14.5 Oz Mixed Beans, drained
Toppings
  • Chopped Cilantro
  • Sliced Jalapeno

Method
 

  1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, cook bacon, stirring until it just begins to brown, about 4 minutes.
  2. Add bison, breaking up and string until slightly cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne and salt, stir to combine.
  4. Push bison to the perimeter of pan making a clear spot in the center.
  5. Add the onion and garlic to the center and stir cooking until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Add tomatoes, salsa, and beer and bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover partially, and cook 30 minutes.
  8. Add beans and cook 10 minutes, uncovered. Season to taste with salt. Serve warm, with toppings on the side.

Notes

Recipe from A Healthy Life For Me