Murray's Girlfriend's Cincinnati Chili

Course :	Vegetables
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	6

Ingredients:

2	tablespoons	Butter
2	pound	Beef,hamburger grind
6	pieces	bay leaves
1	medium	Onion,large,finely chopped
6	cloves	Garlic ,fine chop
1	teaspoon	Cinnamon
2	teaspoon	Allspice
4	teaspoon	Vinegar
1	teaspoon	Red pepper,dried whole or Chile caribe
1 1/2	teaspoon	Salt
2	tablespoons	Red chile,ground,hot-mild
1	teaspoon	Cumin,ground
1/2	teaspoon	Oregano,dried,pref. Mexican
1	can	Tomato paste(6oz ea)
6	Cup	Water
1	can	Kidney beans,(16oz ea)
1/2	pound	Vermicelli,cooked
1/2	Cup	Cheddar cheese,grated
1	medium	Onion,small,finely chopped

Preparation:

1. Heat the butter in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meat to the skillet. Break up any lumps with a fork and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.~ 2. Stir in the remaining ingredients up through the water. Taste and adjust seasonings. If the flavor is too sweet, add a small amount of vinegar; if not spicy enough, add a small amount of ground chile.~ 3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 2 to 4 hours. Add the kidney beans to the mixture 1/2 hour before serving.~ 4. Place a small amount of the cooked vermicelli in individual bowls. Spoon on a generous amount of chili. Top with grated cheese and raw onion or pass in individual bowls.~