Bacon Bourbon Chili

• 3 lbs ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 red onion, diced
• 2 peppers, chopped
• 1 800g can chopped tomatoes
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 tbsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne powder (or substitute chipotle)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 4 slices of bacon, cut into small chunks
• 2oz dark chocolate
• 4 tbsp whiskey
• 4 tbsp grated cheddar cheese
• Water
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan and add the minced beef. Fry for a few minutes before adding the peppers and onion. Fry on a medium heat until the vegetables soften and the meat is browned.
Add the chopped tomatoes, garlic, spices and seasoning. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally and adding water if needed.
Whilst the chilli is cooking, fry the bacon slices in a separate pan until crispy. Leave to the side for later.
Once the chilli is cooked, break in the chocolate and stir until completely melted. Stir in the whiskey.
Serve with the bacon bits and grated cheese.

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