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cincinnati style chili dish

Cincinnati Chili

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 measuring spoon set

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed (15 oz)
  • 1 pound spaghetti cooked

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is soft.
  • Stir in the water, tomato sauce, and apple cider vinegar.
  • Add the unsweetened chocolate and stir until it has melted.
  • Mix in the chili powder, cinnamon, cumin, allspice, cloves, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the kidney beans to the pot and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the chili over cooked spaghetti and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra authenticity, serve Cincinnati Chili with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, chopped onions, or oyster crackers. This dish can be made a day ahead; the flavors improve with time, making it even more delicious.
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