Ospidillo Cafe Cincinnati Chili No 2

Discover the bold and unique flavors of **Ospidillo Cafe Cincinnati Chili No 2**, a rich and aromatic take on the classic Midwestern dish. This recipe combines tender ground beef with a mesmerizing blend of spices, including cinnamon, allspice, and cocoa powder, for a mouthwatering sweet-and-savory balance. Slowly simmered with tomato paste and seasonings, this chili is served Cincinnati-style: ladled over a bed of tender spaghetti and topped with optional garnishes like shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onions, and red beans. Perfect for family dinners or game-day gatherings, this hearty comfort food is sure to impress. Keywords: Cincinnati chili recipe, unique chili with cocoa powder, Midwestern chili, hearty comfort food, spaghetti chili.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 6 cups water
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 1 pound spaghetti, cooked
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 1 cup chopped onions (optional)
• 1 cup cooked red beans (optional)
• 1 cup oyster crackers (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, crumble the ground beef into the water.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally and breaking up the beef into fine pieces.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, tomato paste, unsweetened cocoa powder, chili powder, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, vinegar, sugar, salt, and bay leaves to the pot.

Step 4

Stir to incorporate all ingredients and bring the mixture back to a boil.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water if the chili becomes too thick.

Step 6

While the chili is simmering, cook the spaghetti according to package directions, drain, and set aside.

Step 7

Once the chili is done, remove and discard the bay leaves. Adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.

Step 8

To serve Cincinnati-style, plate the spaghetti and ladle the chili over the top.

Step 9

Optionally, garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onions, cooked red beans, and oyster crackers according to preference.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4064.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5373.0

Total Fat 267.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 842.1mg	0%
Sodium 9256.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 472.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.0g	0%
Total Sugars 51.0g
Protein 286.8g	0%

Vitamin D 48.0IU	0%
Calcium 2131.9mg	0%
Iron 46.1mg	0%
Potassium 6026.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.2%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 34.7%