Ingredients

1 quart water

2 lb extra lean ground beef (5% fat)

1 tsp cinnamon,ground

1 tsp ground cumin

1 medium onions,chopped

1 tsp worcestershire sauce

2 medium garlic gloves, mashed

2 tsp salt (optional)

2 tsp chili powder

1 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp hot red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp ground allspice

6oz tomato paste

3 bay leaves

4oz canned mushroom slices,drained (or fresh,cooked)

3/4 medium green bell peppers, chopped.

Preparation

Directions

(1)brown meat,drain off fat. (2)add remaining ingredients,bring to a boil. (3)simmer for 3 hours,stirring occasionally. This is excellent with shredded cheese or sour cream!