cincinnati 5-way chili

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 6 - bay leaves
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 6 - garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons allspice
• 4 teaspoons vinegar
• 1 teaspoon crushed dried red pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons pure ground red chile
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 6 cups water
• 16 ounces kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 pound vermicelli, cooked
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 small onion, finely chopped