Cincinnati Chili Recipe

Name: Cincinnati Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 2 cups water; 15 ounces tomato sauce; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 12 ounce unsweetened chocolate; 1 bay leaf

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
2 cups water
15 ounces tomato sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
12 ounce unsweetened chocolate
1 bay leaf

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I start by rounding up all the spices and measure them out into a small bowl and set aside.
2
Put 1/4 lb of ground beef in blender with a 1/2 cup water.
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Blend until it looks like a meat smoothie.
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(not very appetizing but it gets the consistency of the meat right).
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Add to large saucepan.
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Repeat using all ground beef and water.
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Turn burner to low.
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Add tomato sauce, spices and chocolate.
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Simmer for 4 hours.
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Stir using slotted spoon occasionally.
11
(it will remove a lot of fat).
12
Serve over spaghetti with grated cheddar cheese and diced onions.

778

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 2 cups water, 15 ounces tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Cincinnati Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cincinnati Chili

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