Cincinnati chili (l.a. times)

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
poundsGround beef
2mediumsOnions; chopped
2clovesGarlic; minced
1can(8 oz) tomato sauce
1can(6 oz) tomato paste
1quartWater
3tablespoonsChili powder
1tablespoonVinegar
½teaspoonBlack pepper
1Bay leaf
1teaspoonGround cumin
½teaspoonMarjoram
½teaspoonGround coriander
½teaspoonGround cardamom
dashGround cinnamon
Cayenne pepper
1tablespoonSygar
Salt

Directions

LARRY LUTTROPP FVKC70A

L.A. TIMES FOOD SECTION 2/94

Brown beef, onions and garlic in large heavy pot. Spoon off excess fat and grind mixture in food processor until meaty in consistency.

Return to pot.

Add tomato sauce and paste, water, chili powder, vinegar, pepper, bay leaf, cumin, marjoram, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon and cayenne, sugar and salt to taste. Bring to boil. Cover and simmer 1 to 2 hours or until thick, stirring occasionally.

Serve alone or over cooked spaghetti with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped onions, if desired. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

Each of 6 servings contains about: 287 calories; 382 mg sodium; 64 mg cholesterol; 18 grams fat; 14 grams carbohydrates; 17 grams protein; 1⅔ grams fiber.

Presented by: Rose Rosti, L.A. Times, Culinary SOS