Cowpoke Chili

Ingredients

Directions

Remove the rind from the bacon and cut rind into 1/2 inch squares.

Cut bacon into small pieces; set aside.

Put the rind, beans, onions, grarlic and Ancho peppers into a large heavy kettle.

Add water and bring to a boil.

Lower the flame, cover the kettle and let the beans cook gently about 1 1/2 hours.

Add salt and cook uncovered for 15 minutes.

In a separate pan, fry diced bacon until slightly crisp.

Add tomatoes and remaining ingredients to bacon.

Cook this mixture over medium flame for about 10 minutes.

Skim off excess fat.

Add bacon and tomato mixture to beans and continue cooking uncovered, over a low flame for 1 hour or until beans are very tender.

Nutrition Facts

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.