woolworth's frito pie |
2 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces |
1 clove garlic, crushed |
1 medium onion, chopped |
1 pound ground chuck |
1 teaspoon salt (more or less to taste) |
2 tablespoons chili powder |
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/3 cup tomato paste |
1 1/2 cup water (more if necessary) |
1 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained |
5 cups fritos corn chips |
1/2 pound cheddar or monterey jack, shredded |
optional: chopped onion and diced fresh jalapenos for garnish |
cook bacon in heavy skillet until fat is rendered. add onion and garlic and cook until onion is softened. |
add ground chuck and cook over medium high heat, stirring and breaking up lumps, until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. pour off excess fat and add salt, chili powder, cumin, and tomato paste. |
slowly add water and simmer 10 min, adding more water if necessary. add beans until heated through. |
divide corn chips among individual wide shallow bowls, top with chili. sprinkle cheese on top. |
garnish with onion and jalapeno if desired. |
