Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 minutes. Strain and reserve the drippings for another use. Set the bacon aside.

Cook the beef and pork in the peanut oil over medium-high heat until brown, about 10 minutes. Add the onions and jalapenos and cook until the onions are tender, 10 minutes.

Add the oregano, cumin, serrano and pasilla chiles, cayenne, garlic and salt to taste. Stir, then add the tomato puree, tomatoes, water and ale. Bring to a complete boil and reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmer until the meat is tender, about 1 hour. Stir in the reserved bacon. Sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.

6 to 8 servings. Each of 8 servings: 569 calories; 694 mg sodium; 177 mg cholesterol; 29 grams fat; 9 grams saturated fat; 16 grams carbohydrates; 58 grams protein; 3.78 grams fiber.

From: La Times, adapted by RobL
Posted By: LA Times Food Section
Post Date: July 11, 2001