Cincinnati-Style Chili Recipe
"I liken this regional style of chili to an American version of bolognese. A deeply flavorful meat-tomato sauce with a complex spice profile, served over spaghetti and topped with shredded Cheddar and chopped onions. If you're thinking, chili...on spaghetti? Really? Believe it. Even this devout Texas chili fan has been made a convert. And as a side note, let me also just say that from my experience, there are no hard and fast rules for chili — it's a constant game of tasting and adjusting, so trust your palate. Click here to see Recipe SWAT Team: Chili...."
INGREDIENTS
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* 1 yellow onion, chopped
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* 3 cloves garlic, minced
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* 3 tablespoons olive oil
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* 1 pound ground beef
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* 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
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* 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
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* 1 tablespoon ground cloves
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* 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
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* 3/4 cup water
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* 1/2 cup beer, such as Budweiser
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One 16-ounce can tomato sauce
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One 6-ounce can tomato paste
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1 tablespoon unsweetened chocolate
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1 tablespoon cider vinegar
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 pound spaghetti
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Cheddar cheese, shredded, for garnish
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