Source: dLife

A delicious chili with a hint of cinnamon.

Servings

2 lb extra lean ground beef (5% fat)
1 tsp cinnamon, ground
1 tsp ground cumin
1 medium onions , chopped
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 medium garlic cloves , mashed
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp black pepper
0.5 tsp hot red pepper flakes
0.5 tsp ground allspice
6 oz tomato paste
3 bay leaves
4 oz canned mushroom slices, drained (or fresh, cooked)
0.75 chopped green bell peppers
2 tsp salt (optional)
4 cup cold water

1 In large stockpot, brown meat, drain fat.
2 Add water, cinnamon, cumin, onions, Worcestershire sauce, cloves, salt (if desired), chili powder, pepper, allspice, tomato paste, bay leaves, mushrooms, and green peppers. Bring to a boil.
3 Reduce to simmer. Cook 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaves before serving.

This is excellent topped with shredded cheese or sour cream!