2 slices thick cut bacon, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 teaspoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoon sweet smoked Spanish paprika ( pimenton dulce)
1/2 to 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne
About 1 teaspoon salt
1 can (14.5 oz.) crushed fire-roasted tomatoes or regular crushed tomatoes
1 can (8oz.) tomato sauce
1 cup flavorful, medium bodied beer, such as Anchor Steam
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 can (14.5 oz.) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
Sour cream, sliced green onions, and/or coarsely shredded cheddar cheese for topping.
In a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium heat, cook bacon, stirring until it just begins to brown,about 4 minutes. Add onion, lower heat to medium, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 4 to 7 minutes. Uncover pan, stir in garlic, and cook 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high