My Favorite Chef, Chef Michael Smith

This was the best chili I've ever had. I have since made it a few times. (sans bacon). All of Chef's recipes are outstanding. Bread, salmon you name it Chef Michael Smith is the best. I soak my beans and cook them separately to retain color.

https://chefmichaelsmith.com/recipe/spicy-chili/

Ingredients

1 lbs bacon, chopped
2 whole onions, chopped
1 head garlic, separated peeled and sliced
2 chopped red peppers
3-5 heaping spoonfuls chili powder
2 lbs ground beef
2 28 oz cans whole tomatoes
1 19 oz can black beans
1 19 oz can kidney beans
Salt and Pepper

Procedure

Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add bacon. Add a splash of water and let the bacon render it’s fat. As the water evaporates, the bacon will brown. Pour off excess fat and add the onions, garlic and peppers. Cook until they are softened and just beginning to caramelize. Add chili powder and ground beef and stir well, chopping the beef up with a wooden spoon. Add tomatoes and beans and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for an hour. If you have a chance, make this a day in advance and reheat when needed. The flavours will brighten and meld as it rests overnight.