Cincinnati Chili Spiced Cincinnati Chili Over Spaghetti with Cheddar & Onions Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups beef broth 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground allspice 1/2 tsp ground cloves 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 bay leaf 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 lb cooked spaghetti 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup diced onion 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed (optional) Directions: In a large pot over medium heat, add ground beef and break it up thoroughly with a spoon, but do not brown it. Add chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Stir in beef broth, tomato sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire, and all spices, including cocoa powder, cinnamon, allspice, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Let it cook uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste. For traditional "5-way" Cincinnati Chili, layer as follows: 1-way: Just the chili 2-way: Chili over spaghetti 3-way: Chili, spaghetti, and shredded cheddar 4-way: Add onions OR beans 5-way: Add both onions AND beans Serve hot and enjoy with oyster crackers if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes Kcal: 460 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cincinnatichili #5waychili #midwesternrecipes #comfortfood #spaghettichili #regionalfood #classicchili #heartymeals #familydinner #chilicravings #beefrecipes #americanchili #iconicdishes #cheddarcheese #groundbeef #cocoaandspice #homemadechili #weeknightdinner #cozyfood #chilioverpasta Ever tried chili over spaghetti? Cincinnati Chili is a flavor bomb with warming spices like cinnamon and cocoa—give your taste buds a treat tonight!

Looking for a decadent dessert to impress your friends? Mexican Chocolate Lava Cake Ingredients: - 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped - ½ cup unsalted butter - 2 large eggs - 2 large egg yolks - ½ cup sugar - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - ¼ cup all-purpose flour - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) - Pinch of salt Preparation Steps: 1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease four ramekins. 2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. 3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract until fluffy. 4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring until well combined. 5. Sift in the flour, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt; fold gently until just blended. 6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins. 7. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft. 8. Let cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates to serve. Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 14 mins | Total Time: 29 mins Calories: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a delightful contrast! #desserttime #chocolatefix #yum

Looking for a sweet treat to brighten your day? Churros with Chocolate Sauce Ingredients: - 1 cup water - 2 tablespoons sugar - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1 cup all-purpose flour - 1/4 cup vegetable oil (plus more for frying) - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1 cup dark chocolate chips - 1/2 cup heavy cream - Cinnamon sugar (for dusting) Preparation Steps: 1. In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat. 2. Remove from heat and stir in flour until the mixture forms a smooth dough. 3. Add vegetable oil and vanilla extract; mix until well combined. 4. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. 5. Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). 6. Pipe 6-inch strips of dough into the hot oil, frying for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. 7. Remove churros and drain on paper towels; immediately roll in cinnamon sugar. 8. For the chocolate sauce, heat heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering. 9. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until smooth. 10. Serve churros warm with chocolate sauce for dipping. Enjoy! Prep Time: 20 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 35 mins Calories: 150 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with fresh fruit or whipped cream for a delightful twist! #churros #dessertrecipe #chocolatelovers

Looking for a vibrant and flavorful dish to impress your guests? Chiles en nogada Ingredients: - 6 poblano peppers - 1 lb ground beef - 1 lb ground pork - 1 onion, chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 2 tomatoes, diced - 1 apple, peeled and diced - 1 pear, peeled and diced - 1 banana, peeled and diced - 1/2 cup almonds, chopped - 1/2 cup raisins - 1 tsp cinnamon - 1/2 tsp nutmeg - Salt and pepper to taste - 1 cup walnuts, soaked and peeled - 1/2 cup milk - 2 tbsp sugar - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (for garnish) - Fresh parsley (for garnish) Preparation Steps: 1. Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame until charred. Place in a plastic bag to steam, then peel the skins off. 2. In a large skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. 3. Add the ground beef and pork, cooking until browned. 4. Stir in tomatoes, apple, pear, banana, almonds, raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes until fruits are tender. 5. Stuff each roasted pepper with the meat mixture and arrange them on a serving platter. 6. In a blender, combine walnuts, milk, and sugar; blend until smooth to create the nogada sauce. 7. Pour the nogada sauce over the stuffed peppers. 8. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and parsley before serving. Prep Time: 30 mins | Cooking Time: 45 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Calories: 400 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with warm tortillas or a fresh green salad for a complete meal! #chilesennogada #mexicanfood #comfortfood

Are you ready to indulge in a creamy, dreamy dessert that fits perfectly into your keto lifestyle? This Keto Vanilla Custard is rich, satisfying, and oh-so-easy to make! Ingredients: - 2 cups heavy cream - 4 large egg yolks - 1/3 cup erythritol (or your favorite keto sweetener) - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (optional, for a thicker custard) Directions: 1. Start by heating the heavy cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Keep an eye on it, and don’t let it boil—just until it starts to simmer. 2. While that’s warming up, grab a separate bowl. Whisk together the egg yolks, erythritol, vanilla extract, and salt until everything is perfectly blended. 3. Now for the fun part! Slowly pour the simmering cream into the egg mixture while whisking continuously. This is called tempering and will keep your eggs from turning into scrambled eggs! 4. Once combined, return the mixture to the saucepan. Cook it over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes. If you're using xanthan gum, sprinkle it in slowly while stirring to avoid any clumps. 5. After it thickens, remove from heat and let it cool a bit before transferring it to your serving dishes. 6. Pop those dishes into the fridge for at least 2 hours to let your custard set up nicely. 7. Serve chilled and enjoy! For a little extra flair, feel free to top it off with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a few fresh berries. Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 4 servings): - Calories: 364 - Fat: 36g - Protein: 6g - Total Carbohydrates: 5g - Fiber: 0g - Net Carbs: 5g Serving Size: Approximately 1/2 cup Treat yourself to this luscious delight that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without the carbs! #KetoDelight #KetoDessert #VanillaCustard #SugarFree #LowCarbEating