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Cincinnati Chili with Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 cups chopped onions
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked spaghetti
- Shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef, onions, and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink and the onions are tender. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the beef broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, cocoa powder, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- To serve, place a serving of cooked spaghetti in a bowl, ladle the chili over the spaghetti, and top with a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Enjoy your Cincinnati Chili topped with shredded cheddar cheese!
Cincinnati Chili, a unique and flavorful dish, has a fascinating history that dates back to the early 1920s. It was created by Macedonian immigrant Tom Kiradjieff, who opened a small restaurant in Cincinnati. This style of chili is characterized by its rich, spiced meat sauce, which is served over spaghetti and topped with a mountain of shredded cheddar cheese. The dish has become a beloved staple in Cincinnati, with numerous restaurants and diners across the city serving their own variations. The best version of this dish can be found at iconic establishments like Skyline Chili and Gold Star Chili. The key to perfecting this dish lies in the careful balance of spices, including cinnamon, cloves, and cocoa, which give Cincinnati Chili its distinctive flavor profile. Whether you're in Cincinnati or trying to recreate this dish at home, don't forget the essential finishing touch of a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
75 min
6
450 calories
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