Crockpot Bacon Chili


Ingredients

5 slices hardwood smoked bacon
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1/2 cup (~4 stalks) celery chopped
1 cup (~1 small) yellow onion chopped
1-2 serrano peppers
2 cans (15 ounces EACH) chili beans in medium sauce or spicy
1 can (15 ounces) chili beans in mild sauce
2 cans (28 ounces EACH) petite diced tomatoes undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 pounds (32 ounces) ground beef chuck
1 pound (16 ounces) Italian sausage

Seasonings
4 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon seasoned salt & 1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 regular sized beef bouillon cubes
Optional: fresh cilantro, sour cream, freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions 

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