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BEST Sweet Chili Recipe
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4.38 from 40 votes

BEST Sweet Chili Recipe

Chili can be hit or miss with many kids. But this Sweet Chili Recipe is always a favorite with everyone who tries it!
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Fall, winter
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Author Beth Gorden

Ingredients

  • 6-8 slices bacon
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large sweet pepper, chopped
  • 33 ounces tomato sauce (1 box)
  • 1/4 cup molasses or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 2 large cans baked beans
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1-2 cups corn, optional

Instructions

  • In a large stock pot cook 4-6 slices of cut up bacon over medium high heat until it looks about half way done – just about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add a chopped pepper (any color) to the bacon and continue to cook another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add 1 lb ground beef and continue to cook until book is thoroughly cooked.
  • Now add the remaining ingredients and continue cooking until heated thoroughly, about 7-8 more minutes.
  • Serve with cornbread or tortilla chips.