- Cuisine: American
- Difficulty: Medium
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Prep Time15 Mins
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Cook Time30 Mins
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Serving4-6
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This classic Cincinnati chili recipe is a staple of the Midwest’s regional cuisine. It’s a unique twist on traditional chili, served over a bed of spaghetti, and topped with a blend of cheeses and onions. This recipe serves 4-6 people and takes about 30 minutes to prepare.
Ingredients
Directions
This classic Cincinnati chili recipe is a staple of the Midwest's regional cuisine.
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Once the beef is browned, drain off any excess fat.
Add the onion to the skillet and cook until it is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the ground cinnamon, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cayenne, kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, and ground allspice to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
Add the bay leaves and kidney beans to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Bring the chili to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the chili is cooking, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until it is al dente. Drain the spaghetti and set it aside.
To serve, place a portion of the cooked spaghetti on a plate and top it with a portion of the chili. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of sliced scallions on top of the chili.
Conclusion
Tips: For a thicker chili, use less crushed tomatoes or add a little cornstarch. For a more authentic Cincinnati chili experience, serve it over spaghetti with a side of oyster crackers. To make ahead, cook the chili and spaghetti separately, then assemble just before serving.
Classic Cincinnati Chili
Ingredients
Follow The Directions
This classic Cincinnati chili recipe is a staple of the Midwest's regional cuisine.
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Once the beef is browned, drain off any excess fat.
Add the onion to the skillet and cook until it is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the ground cinnamon, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cayenne, kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, and ground allspice to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
Add the bay leaves and kidney beans to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Bring the chili to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the chili is cooking, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until it is al dente. Drain the spaghetti and set it aside.
To serve, place a portion of the cooked spaghetti on a plate and top it with a portion of the chili. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of sliced scallions on top of the chili.
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