Cincinnati Chili

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• Salt
• 1 6-oz. can tomato paste
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 15-oz. can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Preparation

1. 1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef and 1 tsp. salt over medium-high heat, breaking up beef with a spoon, until meat loses its pink color, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat from pan.
2. 2. Add meat to slow cooker along with 2 cups water, tomato paste, onions, garlic, chili powder, oregano, cocoa, cinnamon, allspice and cayenne pepper. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 7 hours. Add beans and cook 1 hour more, stirring in an additional 1/2 cup water if chili looks dry. Season with salt.