1 qt. water
2 lbs. lean ground round
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 lg. chopped onions
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. black pepper
2 tbsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. red pepper
1 tbsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. ground allspice
6 oz. can tomato paste
1 1/2 tbsp. cider vinegar
3 lg. whole bay leaves

Crumble raw ground round into water. Do NOT brown meat first. Add all ingredients. Bring to boil, then simmer for 3 hours. Remove bay leaves. Serving suggestions: 2 way - spaghetti topped with chili, 3 way - spaghetti topped with chili and grated mild Cheddar cheese, 4 way - 3 way plus chopped onions. Coneys: Hot dog on bun with chili, cheese and onions. Serves 10-12 people.