Ingredients
Serves 12 1/2 pound bacon, chopped 1 medium white onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 roma tomatoes, chopped 2 anaheim chiles, seeded and chopped 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup chicken broth 4 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained Juice of 1 lime 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper |
Instructions
In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook bacon for 10 minutes or until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sauté onion in bacon fat for 5 minutes, until beginning to soften. Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes more. Add tomatoes, chiles, crushed tomatoes, and broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add beans, lime juice, hot pepper sauce, chili powder, salt, pepper, and reserved bacon. Simmer for 30 minutes or until thick and warmed through.