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Wednesday, July 31, 2002
 

Although this recipe isn't really low, low fat, it IS delicious! Try this Cincinnati Chili with kidney beans added on top also! This recipe serves 4 people.

Cincinnati Chili With Ground Turkey

1 pound ground turkey

1 medium onion -- finely chopped

1 cup canned crushed tomatoes

1 clove garlic -- minced

1 cup coffee -- strong

1 cup water

1 tablespoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon ground clove

1/4 ounce unsweetened chocolate -- 1/2 square

1/2 pound spaghetti

1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

1 medium onion -- chopped

dash cayenne

In large heavy skillet, cook the ground turkey over moderate heat, about 5 minutes, stirring and breaking up the meat. Transfer to a large pot, discarding any fat in the skillet. Add the onions, tomatoes, garlic, coffee and water to the beef, stir well and bring to a low boil. Add all the seasonings and chocolate and stir well. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered, till desired consistency is reached, about 2 1/2 hours.

Cook the spaghetti according to package directions, drain in colander, then divide among 6 soup bowls. Ladle equal amounts of chili over the spaghetti and garnish the tops with cheese and chopped onions.

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 663 Calories; 22g Fat (30.0% calories from fat); 44g Protein; 72g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 139mg Cholesterol; 405mg Sodium. Exchanges: 4 Grain(Starch); 4 1/2 Lean Meat; 2 1/2 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Fat.

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