How to Make Bob's Little Known, Less Cared About Chili - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to Bob's Little Known, Less Cared About Chili recipe! If you're tired of the same old chili recipes and are ready to spice things up, then this is the recipe for you. Bob's chili is not your average chili - it's packed with bold flavors and unexpected ingredients that will have your taste buds singing with delight. This hearty and satisfying dish is perfect for cozy nights in, potlucks, or game day gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 3 (15.5 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups water
  • ¼ cup chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Cook bacon and onion together in a large pot over medium heat until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef, garlic and cumin to the pot; cook and stir until the beef is completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir kidney beans, diced tomatoes, water, chili powder, liquid smoke, salt, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce into the beef mixture; bring to a simmer and cook until thick, about 1 hour. Skim excess grease if desired.
  • Nutrition

    516 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 83mg
    • Sodium: 1102mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 17g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 114mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 466mg