Italian Style Chili
"The tasty combination of Italian bolognese sauce with southern beef and bean chili!..."
INGREDIENTS
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4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch slices (optional) (or pancetta, diced)
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2 pounds ground beef *
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 onion, diced
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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4 cloves garlic, chopped
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1 tablespoon ancho chili powder **
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1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder **
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 tablespoon (smoked) paprika
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2 cups marinara sauce (link) ***
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1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
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2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (link) ****
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1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
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1/4 cup pecorino romano (or parmesan), grated
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salt and pepper to taste
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