Uncle A.B.'s Award-Winning Chili (Original video)

Ingredients:

• Ground beef
• Bacon
• Brown sugar
• Garlic
• Black beans
• Red kidney beans
• Green bell pepper
• Red bell pepper
• Yellow onion
• Jalapenos
• Ground beef bouillon
• Cumin
• Smoked paprika
• Chili powder
• Cinnamon
• Tomato paste
• Crushed tomatoes
• Fire-roasted tomatoes
• Tomato soup
• Liquid smoke
• All-purpose seasoning
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Brown sugar
• Mexican beer or beef broth
• Sharp cheddar cheese
• Sour cream

Instructions:

1. Cook bacon until crispy, then set aside to cool and crisp up.
2. Brown ground beef in the bacon fat, ensuring good surface contact for color and flavor. Drain excess fat if desired.
3. Add diced veggies (bell peppers, onion, jalapenos) to the beef, followed by seasonings (beef bouillon, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, cinnamon).
4. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and tomato soup. Mix well.
5. Add black beans, red kidney beans, and liquid smoke. Stir to combine.
6. Simmer for 1-2 hours, allowing flavors to meld.
7. Add fire-roasted tomatoes and Mexican beer or beef broth to adjust consistency.
8. Serve hot, garnished with cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream. Enjoy!