Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMinton'sCincinnati Style Chili Recipe

Cincinnati Style Chili Recipe

Inspired by Minton's
Time1h
Serves4

Experience a taste of the Midwest with our Cincinnati Style Chili, a unique blend of savory ground beef simmered in a rich and spicy tomato-based sauce, infused with a secret mix of herbs and spices. Served over a bed of al dente spaghetti and topped with shredded cheddar cheese, onions, and kidney beans, this hearty dish offers a delightful explosion of flavors and textures that will warm your soul and satisfy your cravings.

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Ingredients

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Cincinnati Style Chili Ingredients

Method

Cincinnati Style Chili Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the base

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.

  2. 2

    Add the aromatics

    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the beef. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Combine the ingredients

    Stir in the tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, allspice, salt, black pepper, bay leaves, dark chocolate or cocoa powder, red wine vinegar, and sugar.

  4. 4

    Simmer the chili

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Cook the spaghetti

    While the chili simmers, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  6. 6

    Serve the chili

    To serve, place a portion of spaghetti on a plate, ladle the chili over the top, and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped onions. Add kidney beans if desired.

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