ZESTY CINCINNATI CHILI

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This is a family pleaser. There are some uncommon ingredients, but it is easy to make and the taste is deep and rich. A breeze to double and freeze ahead.

Provided by Puppies777

Categories Spaghetti

Time 1h10m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

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Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh garlic, finely chopped
1 cup water
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon instant beef bouillon
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti, uncooked
8 ounces cheddar cheese (optional)
1/4 cup onion, chopped (optional)
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped (optional)
1 1/2 cups pinto beans (optional)

Steps:

Cook ground beef in Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until browned (4 - 5 minutes). Drain off fat. Add onion and garlic; continue cooking until lightly browned (2 - 3 minutes).
Stir in all remaining ingredients except spaghetti. Continue cooking until mixture comes to a boil (4 - 5 minutes). Reduce heat to low. With cover ajar, cook until flavors are blended and sauce thickens(about 60 minutes).
Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain. To serve: divide cooked spaghetti among 5 bowls; top each serving with 1 cup chili and your favorite toppings.
Notes: The first time I made this I stored it in the refrigerator overnight to have more time to blend the flavors. It was great!
When doubling the recipe, reduce the tomato sauce to 3 (15 oz each) cans and 1 (8 oz) can for a total of 53 oz (instead of 2 x 29 oz = 58 oz).
In Cincinnati the true enthusiasts have their Chili 1 - 5 ways:.
1. Plain.
2."Two Way" - Spaghetti and Chili.
3."Three Way" - Chili, Spaghetti, and Cheddar Cheese.
4."Four Way" - Chili, Spaghetti, Cheddar Cheese, and Onions.
5."Five Way" - Chili, Spaghetti, Cheddar Cheese, Onions and Kidney Beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 568.2, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 59, Sodium 1212.3, Carbohydrate 84.3, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 9.8, Protein 32.8

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