Cincinnati Turkey Chili

By mjohnmeyer

Ingredients

• 4 oz uncooked spaghetti
• Cooking spray
• 8 oz lean ground turkey
• 1 1/2 cups chopped onion, divided
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained (15 oz)
• 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained (14.5 oz)
• 2 1/2 tablespoons chopped semisweet chocolate (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Details

Adapted from navywifecook.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

2. Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add turkey; cook 3 minutes, stirring to crumble. Add 1 cup onion and the garlic; saute 3 minutes.

3. Stir in chili powder, tomato paste, cumin, oregano, cinnamon and allspice; cook 1 minute. Add broth, beans, and tomatoes; bring to a boil.

4. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Remove from heat; stir in chocolate and salt. Serve chili over spaghetti; top with remaining 1/2 cup onion and cheese.

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