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1 pound ground beef, browned or boiled, drained and crumbled
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cups cooked elbow macaroni, optional
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1 quart tomato juice
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1 pint stewed tomatoes
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2 (15.5 ounce) cans red beans
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3 Tablespoons chili powder, add more or less to taste
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1/2 to 1 teaspon cumin (start with the 1/2 teaspoon)
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1 Tablespoon salt, add more or less to taste
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 teaspoons dried basil
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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5 - 8 cups water, depending upon how soupy you want it
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