Chocolate Chili with Bacon (Gluten Free)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 Tablespoons oil (I used extra virgin olive oil)
• 1 lb. ground beef or bison
• 1-15 oz. can white beans (or kidney beans), drained and rinsed several times
• 4 slices gluten free bacon, cooked and chopped
• 3/4 cup gluten free chicken broth (I used O Organic's low-sodium chicken broth)
• 1 Tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 3 Tablespoons chocolate (your favorite)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Bacon bits, homemade (optional topping)

Instructions:

1. Preheat skillet with oil.
2. Add onion and saute until almost tender.
3. Add beef/bison and stir occasionally until brown.
4. Add beans, bacon, seasonings and chicken broth; stir; bring to a boil; and simmer for about 15 -20 minutes.
5. Add in chocolate; stir until melted. Add in additional chicken broth if you'd like more sauce.
6. Top with homemade bacon bits and/or shredded cheese or cheese substitute if you're dairy-free.

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