Serious Capital Punishment Chili Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 6 slices thick-cut bacon
• 1 large, diced yellow onion
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 3 small, minced hot red chili pepper
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces (1 can) diced tomatoes
• 6 ounces (1 small can) tomato paste
• 15 ounces (1 can, drained and rinsed) kidney beans
• 15 ounces (1 can, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 2 cups beef broth
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons cumin
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons oregano
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 ounce (grated) dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup (chopped, for garnish) fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup (for serving, optional) sour cream
• 1/2 cup (for serving, optional) shredded cheddar cheese