Cincinnati Chili

I fell in love with Cincinnati Chili while on tour. I hope you enjoy this easy to make version.

Chris Sorensen

Ingredients:

• 1 qt water
• 2 lbs lean hamburger
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 2 large chopped onions
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 toe garlic
• 2 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp red or chili pepper
• 1 Tbsp salt
• 1 1/2 tsp allspice
• 1 6 oz can tomato paste
• 1 1/2 Tbsp cider vinegar
• 3 large whole bay leaves

Instructions:

1. Crumble raw hamburger (do not brown) into water, add all ingredients. Bring to boil, then simmer for 3 hours.
2. Remove garlic toe and bay leaves.
3. Add whole red peppers, if desired, for spicier taste.
4. Serve over spaghetti and sprinkle generously with grated cheddar cheese, chopped onion and oyster crackers.