Cincinnati Chili

By kathleentirpak

This is also called Empress or Midwestern chili.

Ingredients

• 2 cups chopped onion
• 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup dry sherry
• ( or mirin, a Japanese condiment similar to rice wine )
• 1 pound hamburger
• 2 cups water
• 2 Tablespoons cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
• 3 Tablespoons chili powder
• 2 cups stewed tomatoes
• ( tomato sauce works in a pinch )
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for about an hour.