1 lb. lean beef, chopped coarse
1 medium onion, chopped fine
2 large fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 tbsp. vinegar
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 pinch cloves
1/4 tsp. cumin, ground
1 tsp. salt
1/2 cup seedless raisins
1/2 cup almonds, blanched and slivered

Brown meat over medium heat. After meat begins to cook and some of the fat begins to cook out, add onion. Cook until onion is translucent. Drain off excess fat, if any.

Add all remaining ingredients except almonds. Simmer for about 30 minutes. Add the almonds just before serving; use as garnish for top of dish.

Serves 4.