Smoky Pork Bacon And White Bean Chili Food

SMOKY PORK, BACON AND WHITE BEAN CHILI

Steps:

• Cook bacon in a large saucepan or small stockpot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 8 - 10 min., then transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside.
• Add onion to bacon fat and cook 2 min., stirring occasionally. Increase heat to medium-high and add pork. Cook 6 - 8 min., stirring occasionally, until onions are crisp-tender. Stir in chili powder, paprika, tomatoes and their juices, and water. Bring to boil, reduce to a simmer and cook 35 - 45 min., stirring occasionally, until pork is tender.
• Stir in beans and 2/3 of the bacon. Cook 10 min until heated through, stirring occasionally. Salt to taste. Serve garnished with remaining bacon, sour cream and scallions.
• *Can substitute pork shoulder.

SPICY PORK CHILI WITH WHITE BEANS

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, brown pork in butter in batches. Remove and keep warm., In the same pan, saute onions and celery in butter until tender. Stir in the beans, broth, water, jalapenos, spices, garlic, salt, parsley, pork and, if desired, hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until pork is tender. , Uncover; simmer 30-40 minutes longer or until chili reaches desired consistency. Sprinkle with cheese.