Texas Strawhats

This recipe is similar to chili but definitely a different flavor, but oh so yummy!  The spices is what makes this so good.  I serve it with tortilla strips, cheese and onion.  It is also pretty quick.


1 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup chopped celery
2/3 cup chopped green pepper
3 Tbsp. oil
2 lbs. ground beef
2-3 tsp. chili powder
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 (6 oz) can tomato paste
1/2 cup ketchup
2 cups water
2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
dash of hot sauce
tortilla strips
shredded cheddar cheese


In an extra large skillet, cook onion, celery, and green pepper in hot oil until tender but not brown.  Add ground beef. Brown lightly, drain off grease.  Add remaining ingredients except chips and cheese.  Simmer uncovered 45 minutes stirring occasionally.  Serve in a bowl and top with the chips and cheddar