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Cincinnati-Style Chili over Spaghetti

50 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$13.50690 cal · 40g protein

Ingredients

  • ground beef1ΒΌ lb
  • yellow onion1 count
  • garlic3 cloves
  • tomato sauce1 can
  • chili powder2 tbsp
  • ground cinnamonΒ½ tsp
  • unsweetened cocoa powder1 tbsp
  • beef broth2 cups
  • spaghetti12 oz
  • shredded cheddar cheese1Β½ cups
  • kidney beans1 can

Instructions

  1. 1

    Add the raw ground beef and broth to a pot and break the meat up with a whisk until fine; this gives the classic smooth texture.

  2. 2

    Stir in diced onion, garlic, tomato sauce, chili powder, cinnamon and cocoa. Bring to a boil.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 35 minutes, stirring now and then, until thick.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti and warm the drained beans in a small pot.

  5. 5

    Pile spaghetti on plates, ladle chili over, and top with beans, onions and a big mound of cheddar.

  6. 6

    Plain spaghetti with cheese works for any picky eaters.

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