Joy Of Cooking Cincinnati Chili Recipe
Description
Cincinnati chili is a regional dish of the U.S. Midwest and is usually served over spaghetti. It is a unique and flavorful type of chili that has its roots in the city of Cincinnati, Ohio. This recipe is adapted from the Joy of Cooking and is an easy and delicious way to enjoy the classic Cincinnati chili experience. The flavors of the chili come out best when it is simmered on low heat for several hours, so plan ahead when making this dish. The chili can also be cooked in a slow cooker or even a pressure cooker. This recipe yields enough chili for four to six people.
Ingredients
For this Cincinnati chili recipe, you will need:
- 2 pounds of ground beef
- 2 onions, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) of diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) of tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup of chili powder
- 2 teaspoons of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon of allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup of molasses
Instructions
Begin by browning the ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat. Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the heat and drain off any excess fat. Then, add the onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onions are soft and translucent. Add the bell pepper and cook for another few minutes.
Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, allspice, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, ground cloves, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and molasses to the pot. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for at least two hours.
Once the chili is done cooking, it can be served over spaghetti or other pasta of your choice. You can also top it with shredded cheese, diced onions, and/or sour cream. Enjoy!
Equipment
For this recipe, you will need:
- A large pot
- A wooden spoon or spatula
- A slow cooker or pressure cooker (optional)
Notes
The flavors of Cincinnati chili will come out best if it is cooked on low heat for several hours. If you don't have the time to let it simmer all day, you can also use a slow cooker or pressure cooker to speed up the process.
Nutrition
This Cincinnati chili recipe is a great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. It is also a great way to get your daily dose of fiber. One serving of this chili contains approximately 300 calories, 14 grams of fat, 32 grams of carbohydrates, and 22 grams of protein. It is also a good source of iron, potassium, and Vitamin A.
While Cincinnati chili is a delicious dish, it is also high in sodium. To reduce the amount of sodium in the chili, use low-sodium canned tomatoes and tomato sauce. You can also reduce the amount of chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, allspice, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper if you would like to reduce the amount of sodium even further.
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