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Cincinnati Style Chili

Cincinnati Style Chili is a unique and flavorful dish that combines ground beef with spices and chocolate, served over spaghetti and topped with cheese, onions, and beans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Base
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15 oz
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Serving
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup kidney beans canned, drained
  • 1 cup onion chopped for topping

Method
 

Prepare the Chili Base
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the beef broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, cocoa powder, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it cook uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cook the Spaghetti
  1. While the chili is simmering, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the spaghetti and set aside.
Serve
  1. To serve, place a portion of spaghetti on a plate.
  2. Top with a generous ladle of chili, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onions, and kidney beans.
  3. Enjoy your Cincinnati Style Chili warm!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

Notes

For a traditional Cincinnati experience, serve with oyster crackers on the side.

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