Frijoles Rancheros

8 bacon slices; cut up
2 jalapeno chiles; seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic; finely chopped
1 cup onion; chopped
1/4 cup beer; any brand
1 Tbs vinegar
1 red chiles; ground, to taste
32 oz pinto beans; drained (2 cans)
6 oz tomato paste; (1 can)

Heat the oven to 375 degrees F. Cook the bacon in a 10-inch skillet until crisp then stir in the jalapeno chiles, garlic and onion. Cook and stir until the onion is tender then drain the excess fat.

Mix the bacon mixture and remaining ingredients in an ungreased 2-quart casserole dish. Bake uncovered, stirring once, until the beans are hot and bubbly, about 45 minutes.

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