1 1/2 pounds Ground round

1 1/2 cups Stewed tomatoes

1 Large onion chopped

2 Garlic cloves

2 tablespoons Oil

4 tablespoons Flour

1 can Ranch style beans -- optional

3 tablespoons Chili powder

1/4 teaspoon Cayenne

3/4 teaspoon Oregano

1 teaspoon Cumin

1 teaspoon Salt

Soften onions and garlic in oil. Add meat and brown. Mix all spices and flour in small bowl and add to meat mixture. Stir and cook until spices are absorbed. Add tomatoes and 1 cup water. Bring to boil and simmer for at least 1 hour. Add beans last 10 minutes. If oil floats on top, slowly add more flour until it disappears. Add more chili powder if desired.