3 lb Lean ground beef
3 tb Brown sugar
1 ts Thyme
1 ts Salt
1 ts Cumin seed
1 ts Garlic powder
2 Bay leaves
1 ts Cilantro
1/4 ts Oregano (Mexican preferred)
1 ts Cayenne pepper
2 tb Paprika
46 oz V-8 juice
1 c Onions; chopped
16 oz Peeled tomatoes
4 c Pinto or kidney beans
Brown beef and drain fat. Add all ingredients and cover. Cook for 4 hours or so on medium. —–