Cincinnati-Style Chili

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A unique, sweet and savory meat sauce served over spaghetti with onions and cheese
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This distinctive Cincinnati-style chili is unlike any other, featuring a complex blend of spices like cinnamon, cloves, and allspice that create a sweet, savory, and aromatic profile. The addition of unsweetened chocolate and barbecue sauce adds depth and richness to the ground beef base. Traditionally served over a bed of spaghetti rather than beans, it’s topped with diced raw onions, shredded cheddar, and kidney beans for a textural contrast. ItâÂÂs a comforting, nostalgic dish perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, offering a unique twist on traditional chili recipes.

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Cincinnati-Style Chili

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 488.6

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This distinctive Cincinnati-style chili is unlike any other, featuring a complex blend of spices like cinnamon, cloves, and allspice that create a sweet, savory, and aromatic profile. The addition of unsweetened chocolate and barbecue sauce adds depth and richness to the ground beef base. Traditionally served over a bed of spaghetti rather than beans, it&# 226;ÂÂs topped with diced raw onions, shredded cheddar, and kidney beans for a textural contrast. ItâÂÂs a comforting, nostalgic dish perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, offering a unique twist on traditional chili recipes.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef with one of the chopped onions and the minced garlic over medium-high heat, stirring to break up the meat until no longer pink.
  2. Drain any excess fat from the pan, being careful to retain some for flavor.
  3. Add the barbecue sauce, water, chili powder, black pepper, and unsweetened chocolate to the pot.
  4. Stir in the spices: 1/4 teaspoon each of ground cumin, turmeric, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, and cardamom, plus 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. If the chili becomes too thick, add tomato juice or water as needed to reach a ladling consistency.
  7. Remove from heat and let the chili rest, covered, at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente, then drain and lightly butter to prevent sticking.
  9. To serve, place a portion of spaghetti in a bowl, top with a generous layer of hot chili, followed by a spoonful of kidney beans, diced raw onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  10. Serve immediately with oyster crackers on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 488.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.4g33%
Saturated Fat 9.1g46%
Cholesterol 88.5mg30%
Sodium 726.0mg31%
Total Carbohydrate 40.4g14%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g17%
Sugars 30.4g
Protein 31.6g64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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