Winter Woods Chili

By Kmac_4

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon
• 3 lb. beef stew meat
• 1 large onion, sliced 1/2 inch thick
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 - 28 oz. cans whole tomatoes
• 1 - 15 oz can navy beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 - 15 oz red beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 to 3 T chili powder
• 2 T red wine vinegar
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Snipped fresh oregano
• Cooked bacon, crumbled

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

In 4 to 6 quart Dutch oven, cook bacon and beef, half at a time, over medium heat until beef is browned. Drain fat. Return meat to pan. Reduce heat; add onions and half of garlic. Cook and stir until onion is tender.

Add undrained tomatoes, beans and 1 T of the chili powder. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Stir in remaining garlic, chili powder and vinegar. Cook, covered, 1 hour. Add water to desired consistency. Season to taste. Top servings with cheese, oregano, and crumbled bacon.