Curried Ground Beef - cooking recipe

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)

Preparation

In a Dutch oven or large skillet heat oil.
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.
Add in the ground beef and cook until browned.
Add in all remaining ingredients except the apples and water; stir with a wooden spoon; cover and simmer for about 20 minutes.
Add in the chopped apples and cook uncovered for another 25-30 minutes (or until apples are soft.
If the mixture is too thick add in some water.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.