Beef And Bacon Chili

      Yield: 4 Servings

    1/2 lb sliced bacon,chopped

      1 lb lean beef,Ground

  1 1/2 c  coarsely onion,Chopped

     28 oz can,whole tomatoes,

      1    undrained,coarsely chopped

     16 oz can,pinto beans, undrained

      1 c  picante sauce

      1 T  chili powder

      2 t  cumin,Ground

      1 t  salt

Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped

onion, chopped cilantro. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium-low

heat, stirring frequently, until crisp.  Remove to paper towels with

slotted spoon.  Pour off all but about 1 tablespoon of the drippings.

In drippings, brown ground beef with onion and green pepper; drain.

Add reserved bacon and remaining ingredients except optional

toppings; mix well. Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat, cover and simmer

20 minutes. Ladle into bowls, top as desired, and serve with