1 qt. water
2 lbs. lean hamburger
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 lg. onions, chopped
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. garlic
2 tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. red pepper or chili pepper
1 tbsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. ground allspice
1 (16 oz.) can tomato paste
1 1/2 tbsp. cider vinegar
3 lg. whole bay leaves

Crumble raw (do not brown) hamburger into water, add all ingredients. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 3 hours. Remove garlic toe and bay leaves, add whole red peppers (if desired) for spicier taste. Serves 10 to 12.

Chili Capital of the U.S.A. Enjoy!