Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 5 bay leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 1/2 pints water
  • 1 (16 ounce) can red beans, drained

Method

  • Brown beef, onions and garlic. If necessary, drain any fat.
  • Add the other ingredients and simmer for three to 3.5 hours.
  • Remove bay leaves before serving or storing.