3 tbsp. salad oil
1 lb. hamburger (ground chuck, round)
1 lg. onion, cut fine
1 clove garlic
Salt & pepper to taste
1/2 tsp. red pepper, crushed (dry) (or to taste)
2 tsp. chili powder
3 sm. cans tomato paste
1 1/2 cans water
3 tbsp. sugar

Place all ingredients in double boiler and cook for 2 hours. Great on hot dogs, hamburgers or by itself on a bun.