Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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     1/2   lb           Sliced bacon, chopped
   1       lb           Lean ground beef
   1 1/2   cup          Coarsely chopped onion
  28       oz           Can, whole tomatoes,
                        Undrained, coarsely chopped
  16       oz           Can, pinto beans, undrained
   1       cup          Picante sauce
   1       tb           Chili powder
   2       ts           Ground cumin
   1       t            Salt

Preparation:

Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion, chopped cilantro. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until crisp. Remove to paper towels with slotted spoon. Pour off all but about 1 tablespoon of the drippings. In drippings, brown ground beef with onion and green pepper; drain. Add reserved bacon and remaining ingredients except optional toppings; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes. Ladle into bowls, top as desired, and serve with additional picante sauce.