Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons baking cocoa
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Dash ground allspice
  • 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • Hot cooked macaroni, shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions, optional

Method

  • In a microwave oven, cook beef, onion and garlic on high for 2 minutes in a covered 2-qt. microwave-safe dish; stir to crumble meat. Cover and cook for 2-minutes; drain. Add the next six ingredients; cover and cook on high for 3-1/2 minutes. Stir in the beans. Cover and cook 2-1/2 minutes more. Let stand 3-5 minutes. If desired, serve over macaroni and top with cheese and onions.