Winter Woods Chili

Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 slices bacon
• 3 lbs beef stew meat
• 1 large onion, sliced 1/2 inch thick
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes
• 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can navy beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can red beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 -3 tablespoons chili powder, to taste
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• snipped fresh oregano (optional)
• cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)

Recipe

• 1 in 4-6 qt 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 till onion is tender.
• 2 add undrained tomatoes, beans, and 1 tbsp of 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 if desired.