Cincinnati-style Chili

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 quart cold water
• 1 can tomato paste
• 2 medium onions
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon allspice
• ¼ teaspoon marjoram
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 bay leaves

Steps

1. Crumble the raw ground beef into the cold water.
2. Add the remaining ingredients and spices.
3. Stir well, breaking the meat up before cooking.
4. Cover and simmer over low heat for two hours, stirring occasionally.
5. Cool.
6. Refrigerate.
7. Remove the solidified grease.
8. Reheat and serve as desired.