Sizzling Beef and Bacon Chili: A Culinary Journey

Sizzling Beef and Bacon Chili: A Culinary Journey
It looks like you have a recipe that includes bacon, beef, and some optional seasonings. Here's how you can put it all together:
Ingredients:
3 bacon rashers, cut into bits
1 lb beef, cubed into 1/2 inch pieces (such as chuck steak)
1 lb ground beef
2 cups water or beef broth
Optional:
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 bay leaves
Instructions:
In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon bits over medium heat until crispy. Remove the cooked bacon from the pot and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
Add the cubed beef to the pot with the rendered bacon fat. Brown the beef pieces on all sides, then remove them from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks.
Return the cubed beef and bacon bits to the pot with the ground beef.
Add water or beef broth to the pot, along with any optional ingredients you are using (apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and bay leaves).
Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chili simmer for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally and add more liquid if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with salt, pepper, or more chili powder for heat.
Serve the chili hot, garnished with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, or fresh cilantro. Enjoy!
Note: Feel free to customize this chili recipe with additional vegetables like onions, bell peppers, or beans if desired. Adjust the seasoning and spice levels to suit your taste preferences.