Curried Ground Beef

Ingredients

• 3 -4 tablespoons oil
• 4 medium onions, chopped
• 2 -3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (optional)
• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine (can use up to 1 cup)
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 small bay leaves
• 3 -5 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 -2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 3 -4 medium granny smith apples, peeled and chopped
• salt and pepper
• water (if needed)

Instructions

1. In a Dutch oven or large skillet heat oil.
2. Add in the onions; saute for about 7-8 minutes or until soft, adding in the garlic and ginger the last 2 minutes of cooking.
3. Add in the ground beef and cook until browned.
4. Add in all remaining ingredients except the apples and water; stir with a wooden spoon; cover and simmer for about 20 minutes.
5. Add in the chopped apples and cook uncovered for another 25-30 minutes (or until apples are soft.
6. If the mixture is too thick add in some water.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.