Cincinnati Chili

Cincinnati Chili

In Cincinnati the true enthusiasts have their Chili 1 to 5 ways:
1. Plain - low carb way
2."Two Way" - Spaghetti & Chili
3."Three Way" - Chili, Spaghetti, and Cheddar Cheese
4."Four Way" - Chili, Spaghetti, Cheddar Cheese, and Onions
5."Five Way" - Chili, Spaghetti, Cheddar Cheese, Onions and Kidney Beans

Servings: 4
Preparation time: 2:30 hrs

2 Tbsp. oil
2 1/2 lbs. Ground Beef
1 Quart Coldwater
170 grams Tomato Paste
2 large Onion (diced)
1 1/2 Tbsp. Vinegar
1 tsp. L & P Worcestershire Sauce
1 clove Garlic (crushed)
2 Tbsp. Chili Powder
5 Bay Leaves
2 tsp. Cinnamon
1 tsp. Allspice
2 tsp. Cayenne Pepper
1 1/2 Tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa
Salt & Pepper to taste

In a heavy gauge pot - heat oil, add beef until brown. Add onions and
water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add tomato paste and all
other ingredients and let simmer 1 1/2 - 2 hours. Adjust with salt &
pepper to taste. Remove Bay Leaves before serving.




Source: rec.food.recipes