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Anomalisa: Cincinnati Chili

Feast of Starlight
A recipe for Cincinnati Chili inspired by the movie, Anomalisa.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings 4 -5

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb - ground beef
  • 1 1/2 tbsp - canola oil
  • 1/2 - red onion small diced
  • 2 - garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 tsp - cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp - cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp - cumin
  • 1 tbsp - chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp - cayenne or to taste
  • 1 - bay leaf
  • 1 tbsp - apple cider vinegar
  • 7 oz - tomato sauce
  • 3 dashes - Worcestershire
  • 2 cups - beef stock or water
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place a cast iron pot over high heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and cook until brown. Set the beef aside.
  • Add the onions and garlic and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add all the spices and mix to combine.
  • Add the vinegar, tomato sauce, worcestershire, and beef. Add the stock and let it simmer for 3 hours. Skim off any fat from the surface.
  • Remove the bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • OPTIONAL: Serve with chopped onions, cheese, or pasta.