ROOTIN'-TOOTIN' CINCINNATI CHILI

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Yes, there's root beer in this spicy chili, and it adds a nice touch of sweetness. Serve over spaghetti and let everyone add their own favorite toppings. -Holly Gomez, Seabrook, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup root beer
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 beef bouillon cube
Hot cooked spaghetti
Optional toppings: crushed tortilla chips, chopped green onions, and shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheeses

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Add the tomatoes, root beer, chili powder, tomato paste, chipotle peppers, cumin and bouillon. Bring to a boil., Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Serve with spaghetti. Garnish with chips, green onions and cheeses if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 662mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Munna Lama
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This chili is amazing! I highly recommend it.


Deborah Robesky
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I love this chili! It's so flavorful and hearty. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Syedwaqas Waqas
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This chili is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Falak Akram
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I've made this chili several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


sabbir ahmed
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This chili is the best I've ever had. I highly recommend it.


Kenzie Ballantyne
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I'm not a big fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Saifii Raajmii
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This chili is a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I think next time I'll use less chili powder.


Ali Rashed
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I love this chili! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Iqbal Tarnak
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This chili is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and flavorful and it always hits the spot.


Salau Toheeb
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I made this chili for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


shariq afshan
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This chili is so easy to make and it's so flavorful. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Ali Must
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This chili is delicious! I love the combination of flavors. It's definitely a keeper.


Jamil Jibrin
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I've made this chili several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for parties or potlucks.


M abubakr
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This chili was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I think next time I'll use less chili powder.


cindy angie
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I'm a Cincinnati native and I can say that this chili is the real deal. It's got all the classic flavors that make Cincinnati chili so unique. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chili.


MD rafikul Islam
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This chili is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Naibuka Vunisa
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I made this chili for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even my picky kids. The flavors were perfect and the chili had just the right amount of heat. I will definitely be making this again soon.