Cincinnati chili (1955)

100 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
15poundsLean ground hamburger
3poundsWhite suet
3poundsChopped onions
½poundsChopped bell pepper
¾cupSalt
½cupSugar
1tablespoonBlack pepper
½teaspoonCayenne pepper
½cupChili pepper
2tablespoonsGround cumin
2#10 cans tomato puree
1gallonBeef stock
4#10 cans red kidney beans

Directions

CINCINNATI CHILI (1955)

DIRECTIONS

This chili recipe was served in the dining room for management employees of Proctor and Gamble in Ivorydale, OH.

Saute meat, suet, and seasonings. Add spices, puree, and stock and simmer for 1-½ hours with cover. Add beans and thicken to desired consistency with flour or cracker meal. Adjust salt and pepper.

Usually served with chopped raw onions and shredded Cheddar cheese on the side.

Serves about 100