Cincinnati-Style Chili

Easy
Ingredients
Everything you'll need to make this recipe
1

2 pounds ground beef

2

1 quart cold water

3

1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste

4

2 medium onions, finely chopped

5

2 cloves of garlic, minced

6

1 tablespoon vinegar

7

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

8

3 tablespoons chili powder

9

1 tablespoon salt

10

1 teaspoon cumin

11

½ teaspoon oregano

12

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

13

½ teaspoon black pepper

14

½ teaspoon cinnamon

15

½ teaspoon allspice

16

¼ teaspoon marjoram

17

⅛ teaspoon ground cloves

18

2 bay leaves

Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
1

Crumble the raw ground beef into the cold water.

2

Add remaining ingredients and spices. Stir well, breaking the meat up before cooking.

3

Cover and simmer over low heat for two hours, stirring occasionally.

4

Cool, then refrigerate and remove solidified grease.

5

Reheat and serve as desired.

Notes
  • Serve over spaghetti. Top with cheese to make a Three-way, top with onions and cheese to make a Four-way, top with cooked pinto beans, onions and cheese to make a Five-way. May also be used as hot dog sauce with mustard and minced onions to make a Coney, adding shredded cheese to make a Cheese Coney.