Empress - Cincinnati Chili Recipe

Name: Empress - Cincinnati Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups water; 2 lbs lean ground beef; 4 medium onions, chopped fine, in a food processor; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 3 small dried chilies, whole; 1 teaspoon allspice; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce; 5 -6 bay leaves, whole; 2 teaspoons salt (not optional); 1 1/4 teaspoons ground pepper; Notes; One way chili; thick spaghetti noodles, cooked to package directions; Two way chili; pasta topped with chili; Three way chili; top with sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated; Four way chili; top with raw onion, finely chopped; Five way chili; top with kidney bean

Servings: persons

8 cups water
2 lbs lean ground beef
4 medium onions, chopped fine, in a food processor
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
3 small dried chilies, whole
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
5 -6 bay leaves, whole
2 teaspoons salt (not optional)
1 1/4 teaspoons ground pepper
Notes
One way chili
thick spaghetti noodles, cooked to package directions
Two way chili
pasta topped with chili
Three way chili
top with sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
Four way chili
top with raw onion, finely chopped
Five way chili
top with kidney bean

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NOTES: All seasonings/ spices should be measured using rounded t/T for a full flavor. You may want to use a level measure of cayenne. It packs heat!
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DO NOT BROWN THE BEEF.
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Add 8C of water to deep stock pot.
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Using your hands, add the raw ground beef and break up the raw beef as you add it to the water.
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Add all other ingredients and bring to a boil. NOTE: remove the lid of the pot or tip it so the steam can escape.
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Simmer for several (4) hours or more to reduce the amount of the liquid. Stir often. Reduce until the chili is thick.
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When desired consistency is achieved: remove bay leaves and whole peppers.
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Served 5 ways! Add your favorite toppings as suggested above.

739

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups water, 2 lbs lean ground beef, 4 medium onions, chopped fine, in a food processor, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Empress - 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Empress - Cincinnati Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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