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Cincinnati Chili Spaghetti

A mound of pasta piled high with a quick-simmered sauce and grated Cheddar is comfort food at its best in this Ohio classic.

Serves 4
Ready in 30 mins
Prep time 10 mins
Cooking time 20 mins
846 calories per serving

Ingredients

> 12 oz spaghetti
> 1 medium onion
> 1 tbsp olive oil
> 1 lb lean ground beef
> 2 tsp chili powder
> 1 tsp ground cinnamon
> 1 (6 oz) can Nature's Promise ® Organic Tomato Paste
> 1 cup water
> 1 (15.5 oz) can low-sodium kidney beans, drained and rinsed
> 3 oz reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

Steps

1
Heat a large pot of salted water to a boil on high. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain.
2
Meanwhile, chop the onion. In a 12-inch skillet, heat the oil on medium-high and add onion. Cook 3 min., until golden, stirring occasionally. Add the ground beef, chili powder, and cinnamon. Cook 6 min., until browned, stirring and breaking up meat very finely with back of spoon.
3
Stir in the tomato paste and cook 2 min. Add the water and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat slightly and let mixture simmer 10 min. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4
To serve, divide spaghetti among 4 plates. Ladle beef mixture over spaghetti and grate cheese on top.

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