Chili

1 lb ground sirloin
½ c chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced or crushed
2 (16 oz) cans tomatoes, crushed or diced
2 (15½ oz) cans beans (kidney, black or chili beans)
1 (8oz) can tomato sauce
¼ c dry red wine
1 T chili power
1-2 T brown sugar
1 t oregano
3/4 t basil
¾ t thyme
½ t black pepper
1 bay leaf
¼ t red pepper (optional)
½ t salt or one cube beef bouillon

Brown ground sirloin (if you used a fattier ground beef, drain the grease). Add remaining ingredients, mix well and heat through. If using a crock pot, cook on low for 3-6 hours.

By S. E. Thomas