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
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