In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except water, tomato paste and ground beef.
Whisk until well blended. Set aside.
In a medium pan over medium heat, pour water and tomato paste and whisk until blended.
Add spice mixture and whisk until blended. Increase temperature to medium high.
Crumble ground beef into pan and stir frequently to break up ground beef into crumb sized pieces.
Allow to come to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 30-60 minutes.
For 3 way: Plate drained spaghetti, top with chili and finely shredded cheddar cheese.
For 4 way: Plate drained spaghetti, top with chili, diced onions and finely shredded cheddar cheese.
For 5 way: Plate drained spaghetti, top with chili, heated drained kidney beans, diced onions and finely shredded cheddar cheese.
For Cheese Coney: Steamed hot dog bun, beef hot dog, top with mustard, chili, diced onions and finely shredded cheddar cheese.