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Cincinnati Chili Recipe

A unique and flavorful chili recipe from Cincinnati, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 2 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
  • 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (optional)

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  2. 2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent.
  3. 3. Stir in the chili powder, cinnamon, cumin, allspice, cloves, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. 4. Add the cocoa powder, beef broth, tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well.
  5. 5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. 6. If using, add the kidney beans in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  7. 7. Serve the chili over spaghetti and top with shredded cheese, diced onions, and oyster crackers if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg

Keywords

Chili, Cincinnati
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