Step 1

Finely chop bacon and add to a large pot or large dutch oven.

Step 2

Allow bacon to cook down until all fat is rendered and bacon is nearly done.

Step 3

Add ground beef and allow if to cook down and get some color.

Step 4

Finely chop garlic and jalapeno peppers. Rough chop tomato, bell pepper and onion.

Step 5

Add remaining ingredients, along with 2 cups of chicken or beef stock and allow to simmer for 1-3 hours. The longer it goes the better it tastes! If you don't have stock on hand, water will be fine.

Step 6

Near the end of cooking remove the lid and allow chili to cook uncovered until most of the liquid is evaporated. Enjoy!