Ingredients
4-5 pieces of bacon
1 lb lean ground sirloin
Seasoning mix:
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp cumin
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 bell pepper, diced
2 jalapeno peppers, diced
1 habanero pepper, diced
15 oz. can kidney beans, rinsed (or black beans, rinsed)
2 - 15 oz. cans tomato sauce
15 oz. can diced tomatoes
12 oz. bottle of dark beer
Sprinkle of seasoning salt (or Penzeys “4S”)
Cayenne pepper to taste
Black pepper to taste (or McCormick “Hot Shot”)
Pinch of dried oregano
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Optional toppings:
1 white onion, chopped
Pickled jalapeno pepper rings
Shredded cheddar cheese
Oyster crackers
Sour cream
Preparation
Brown 4-5 pieces of bacon. Drain fat, chop coarsely, set aside.
Brown 1# ground sirloin in stock pot. Drain fat.
Add bacon, seasoning mix, bell pepper, jalapeno peppers, habanero pepper, beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beer. Mix together.
Sprinkle seasoning salt, add cayenne pepper, black pepper, pinch of dried oregano, pinch of red pepper flakes.
Mix and bring to boil.
Reduce heat, simmer for one hour, stirring occasionally.
Add desired toppings and serve with cold beer.
