Uncle Rob's Favorite Chili

*Chateau Warner original

INGREDIENTS: 

1.5 pound beef                                                            4 tbsp chili powder2 slices bacon,chopped                                                1/2 tsp oregano1/3 cup green pepper                                                  1/2 tsp paprika2 tbsp onion, chopped                                                 1/4 tsp cumin3 large garlic cloves, minced                                         1/4 tsp cayene   *1/2 of a 14oz mixed pepper/onion                           1/8 tsp salt2 14.5oz can of diced tomato1 cup water

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DIRECTIONS: 

In a large saucepan, cook beef, green pepper, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Cook chopped bacon. Stir in the diced tomato, water, chili powder, oregano, paprika, cumin and cayenne and salt if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes or to desired thickness. Yield: 2 servings.