Pressure Cooker Cincinnati-Style Chili

Step 1

In a pressure cooker, combine soaked kidney beans, water and 1 tablespoon cooking oil. Stir well.

Step 2

Close pressure cooker and lock the lid. Set burner heat to high pressure. When cooker reaches high pressure, reduce heat to low. Set timer to cook for 8 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the pot from the heat. Open pressure cooker, using Natural Release method. Transfer cooked beans and cooking liquid into the bowl. Keep warm.

Step 4

Clean out pressure cooker. Heat remaining cooking oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for a few minutes, until they begin soften (for about 3 minutes). Stir in ground beef and cook until browned for a further 4 minutes. Spoon off excess fat. Stir in beef broth,undrained tomatoes, spices, cocoa, and vinegar.

Step 5

Close pressure cooker and lock the lid. Set burner heat to high pressure. When cooker reaches high pressure, reduce heat to low. Set timer to cook for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the pot from the heat. Open pressure cooker, using Natural release method. Let stand for 15 minutes. Season to taste with sea salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Serve Cincinnati-style chili over cooked spaghetti with shredded Cheddar cheese and chopped onion. (serve hot sauce on the side)