31.   Add the sugar and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture liquefies.

32.   Add the tomatoes and cook over medium-high heat until they have thickened somewhat, then stir in the coconut milk.

33.   Add the water, bring to a boil, and cook over medium-low heat until the stock reduces by one-third to one-half.

34.   Add the wine and cook over high heat until reduced by half.

35.   Add vanilla pods and half-and-half, and cook over barely simmering water until scalded.

36.   Add chicken stock and cook over high heat until all liquid is absorbed.

37.   Add cream and cook over high heat until thick enough to coat a spoon.

38.   Add ground beef and cook over high heat, breaking any large lumps into small pieces.

39.   Add onion and cook over medium heat until just golden.

40.   Add onion and garlic and cook over moderate heat until golden.