by SavvyJulie
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Expand4 cups water Ask a question about this ingredient
6 ounces tomato sauce Ask a question about this ingredient
3 garlic cloves, minced Ask a question about this ingredient
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon ground cumin Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon (scant) ground allspice Ask a question about this ingredient
2 teaspoons cocoa powder Ask a question about this ingredient
1 tablespoon salt Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Ask a question about this ingredient
Up to 1/2 teaspoon dried pepper flakes, to taste Ask a question about this ingredient
12 ounces spaghetti Ask a question about this ingredient
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Ask a question about this ingredient
1 medium onion, chopped Ask a question about this ingredient
1 1/2 cup beans, soaked and cooked Ask a question about this ingredient
Combine the first 11 ingredients (through dried pepper flakes) in a large stockpot. Crumble in the ground beef.
Ask a question about this stepCover the pot and cook over high heat, bringing the mixture to a boil. Uncover and reduce to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes to an hour, or until the chili is the consistency you want.
Ask a question about this stepWhile the chili cooks, prepare the rest of your toppings…cook the pasta according to package directions and shred the cheese. Heat the beans in a medium-sized skillet until warmed through. Heat the chopped onions in a small skillet over low heat until softened, about 12-15 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepTo assemble: Fill the bottom of your plate or bowl with pasta. Top with chili, followed by cheese. Finish with onions and beans, if eating a 4- or 5-way dish. Enjoy!
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Melissa Clark is a food columnist for the New York Times and has written over 32 cookbooks, including the recent Cook This Now.
i've always wanted to try cincinnati chili! thanks for posting this delicious looking recipe!