Lauren's Cincinnati Chili

Ingredients

• 1 pound of ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of chili powder
• 1 teaspoon of cumin
• 1 teaspoon of oregano
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon of allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves
• 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato sauce
• 1 (15 ounce) can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup of water
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, cinnamon, allspice, cayenne pepper, and ground cloves. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add the tomato sauce, kidney beans, water, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Interesting Facts

• Cincinnati chili is a regional dish that originated in the city of Cincinnati in the United States.
• It is a meat-based sauce that is served over spaghetti with a variety of toppings such as cheese, onions, and beans.
• It is often served with oyster crackers, which are small round crackers made from flour, water, and salt.