How to Make Cincicinnati (Bean-less!) Chili

This fool-proof recipe is a great convenience meal that can be made ahead of time and can feed a crowd! It can even be made in bulk and frozen for future use! Great on baked potatoes, hot dogs, spaghetti, rice, or all by itself!

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• 1 quart Hot Water
• 2 pounds Ground Beef
• 1 12 ounce can Tomato Paste
• 1 Large Onion, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Chili Powder
• 3 Bay Leaves
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground All Spice
• 1 teaspoon White Wine Vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder

1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot.
2. Pour the hot water into the pot with the browned ground beef. Add all remaining ingredients and stir.
3. Cover and simmer for the next three hours, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove the three bay leaves before serving, and you're ready to eat! This chili is great with a little extra chopped onion and shredded cheddar cheese on top!