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Submitted by: Tiffany Schulte from Wyandotte, MI
Originally shared on the web 06/10/2013

4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 lbs. ground beef chuck
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 t. salt
1/4 c. chili powder, or to taste
1 t. ground cumin
15-oz. can tomato sauce
6-oz. can tomato paste
3/4 c. water
14-oz. pkg. corn chips
8-oz. pkg. shredded sharp Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Garnish: finely diced red onion, diced jalapeño peppers

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Crumble bacon, remove to a plate and set aside, reserving drippings in skillet. Brown beef, onion and garlic in skillet; drain. Stir in seasonings. Add tomato sauce, tomato paste and water to beef mixture. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 20 minutes, until thickened. To serve, place a handful of chips in individual bowls. Spoon beef mixture and bacon over chips; sprinkle with cheese. Garnish with onion and jalapeño. Serves 6 to 8.