Cincinnati (Greek) Vegetarian Chili

4 Servings

1 md onion
1 rib celery, finely chopped
1 md carrot, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 1/2 c water
1 cn tomato paste
1 t each chili powder, cinnamon
1 & salt
1/2 t each paprika, black pepper,
1 oregano & cumin
1/4 t each ground allspice, cloves
1 & nutmeg
1 bay leaf
1/3 c bulgur wheat
In heavy saucepan, saute onion, celery & carrot (I use balsmatic vinegar).
Stir in garlic & cook another minute.
Add water, tomato paste & spices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat & simmer 30 minutes.
Add bulgur wheat and and cook another 30 minutes.
Add more water if necessary. Remove bay leaf before serving.