Leusch Family Recipes

Cincinnati Style Chili

Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 4 Cloves Garlic, minced
  • 4 Tablespoons Chili Powder
  • 3/4 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 2 Eight Ounce Cans Tomato Sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Molasses
  • 2 Tablespoons Cider Vinegar
  • 2 Large Onions, chopped
  • 3 Pounds Ground Chuck Meat
  • 2 Teaspoons Sweet Paprika
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Allspice
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Cardamom
  • 2 Tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 3 Cups Beef Broth
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a heavy kettle, cook the onion in oil, over medium heat, stirring until they are softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the chuck, brown and drain. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne coriander, allspice, cinnamon, turmeric, and cardamom. Cook for 1 minute. Stir in tomato sauce, cocoa, molasses, beef broth, 3 cups water, vinegar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Turn to low and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Serve over pasta or rice. Top with chopped onion and shredded cheddar cheese. Serves 6.

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