Paleo Texas-style Chili

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef (or bison)
• 12 oz pack of bacon, coarsely chopped (optional)
• 1 large red onion, finely chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 28 oz can Muir Glen fire roasted tomatoes (crushed or diced)
• 3 medium or large jalapeño peppers
• 2 heaped teaspoons chili powder
• 1 level teaspoon of cumin
• 1 heaped tablespoon of Mexican oregano if available
• 12 oz water (or beer)

Instructions

• Add tomatoes, spices, herbs, jalapeños, and water to large pan. Cook on medium heat.
• Cook onion in skillet. Add to pan.
• Cook garlic and bacon together in skillet. Add to pan.
• Brown meat in skillet. Add to pan.
• Simmer for 2-4 hours (the longer the better)