2 lbs. ground beef
10 tbsp. chili sauce
1 can mushroom soup
1 can tomato paste
2 to 3 c. chopped onions
2 to 3 c. chopped celery
1 tbsp. chili powder
1 scant tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. liquid smoke or smoke salt
2 tbsp. white vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Brown meat. Add all other ingredients and simmer for about an hour. Serves 12-16.