Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   3       pound        Lean ground beef
   3       Tablespoon   Brown sugar
   1       Teaspoon     Thyme
   1       Teaspoon     Salt
   1       Teaspoon     Cumin seed
   1       Teaspoon     Garlic powder
   2                    Bay leaves
   1       Teaspoon     Cilantro
     1/4   Teaspoon     Oregano (Mexican preferred Italian O.K.)
   1       Teaspoon     Cayenne pepper
   2       Tablespoon   Paprika
  46       Ounces       V-8 juice
   1       cup          Onions -- chopped
  16       Ounces       Peeled tomatoes
   4       cans         Pinto or kidney beans

Preparation:

Brown beef and drain. Add all ingredients and cover. Cook for 7-17 hours on medium high.