Carnivore Beef & Bacon Chili

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (you can use higher fat ground beef for more flavor)
• 8 oz bacon (diced)
• 1/2 lb beef stew meat or chuck roast (cut into small cubes)
• 1 cup beef broth (or bone broth for extra richness)
• 2 tablespoons beef tallow or animal fat (for cooking)
• 2 teaspoons chili powder (optional, since some carnivores avoid spices)
• 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, if allowed)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the Bacon: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the beef tallow or animal fat over medium-high heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

2. Brown the Ground Beef: In the same pot, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon or spatula. Once fully browned, remove and set aside with the bacon.

3. Brown the Stew Meat: Add the beef stew meat (or chuck roast cubes) to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Add more fat if needed.

4. Add the Broth: Once the beef is browned, pour in the beef broth (or bone broth). Stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

5. Season the Chili: Add the chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper (if using). Stir everything together, and let the chili simmer over low heat for about 1-1.5 hours, or until the stew meat is tender and the flavors have melded together.

6. Add the Bacon and Ground Beef: Once the stew meat is tender, add back the cooked ground beef and bacon into the pot. Stir to combine and let it simmer for another 15-20 minutes to let everything heat through and blend together.

7. Serve: Once the chili is ready, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.

Optional Toppings (if you want to get a little creative while staying within carnivore rules):

• Shredded cheese (if you’re okay with dairy)
• Sour cream (if you’re okay with dairy)

This Carnivore Beef & Bacon Chili is hearty, rich, and satisfying, packed with protein and fat that will keep you full and energized. Enjoy!

Let me know if you’d like any variations or more ideas!