Smoky German Potato, Sausage and Bacon Chili
Smoky German Potato, Sausage and Bacon Chili

Smoky German Potato, Sausage and Bacon Chili

 

    4     strips thick bacon, cut into cubes
    1    pound smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch segments
    1     small onion, diced
    4     cloves garlic, minced
    4     tablespoons chili powder
    1     tablespoon ground coriander
    1     tablespoon ground cumin
    1     teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
    1     teaspoon dried oregano
    2     Fresno peppers, diced
    1     can (14 1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
    1     can READ German Potato Salad, drained
    1     cup beef broth
        salt, to taste
        pepper, to taste

    In large saucepan over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving about 2 tablespoons drippings in saucepan.
    Add smoked sausage and cook until browned.
    Once sausage is cooked, add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until onion is translucent.
    Drain excess fat then stir in chili powder, coriander, cumin, cayenne pepper, oregano and Fresno peppers until well mixed.
    Add drained diced tomatoes, German potato salad and cooked bacon to saucepan.
    Add beef broth and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
    Bring mixture to simmer and let cook about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors are melded.

Substitution: Jalapenos can be used for Fresno peppers.