Jerky Chili

Jerky chili


 * 1/2 Cup Chopped Slab Bacon
 * 1 Onion, Chopped
 * 2 cloves garlic, Minced
 * 4 or 5 chile peppers, Chopped
 * 5 Cups Chopped Peeled tomatoes (8)
 * 1 3/4 Cup beef broth
 * 2 T. chili powder
 * 2 T. light brown sugar
 * 1 1/2 tsp. Ground cumin
 * 1/2 tsp. black pepper
 * 2 to 3 Cups Chopped Beef Jerky
 * 2 or 3 Cups Cooked Pinto or kidney beans, Optional

Cook Bacon in a Dutch Oven Until ft is Rendered But Not Crisp. Add Onion And garlic, Cook Until Tender, About 5 Minutes. Add chile peppers, tomatoes And beef broth. Cook Until tomatoes Are Soft, About 20 Minutes. Combine chili powder, brown sugar, cumin And pepper; Add With Beef Jerky to Dutch Oven. Cook at a Slow Boil, Stirring Occasionally, For 45 Minutes. Add beans, if Desired. Bring to a Boil. Cook 5 Minutes. Makes 6 Servings.

Source: Marlboro Country Cookbook

contributed by

 * Catsrecipes Y-Group