Chili has a storied history in the United States. Written accounts of chili con carne recipes date back to the 1800s, though variations of it surely existed long before that. Today, chili is a beloved comfort food throughout the entire year, but especially in chilly autumn and winter. It has evolved to include many regional types, and this can trigger arguments among folks who hold very strong opinions about what ingredients should and should not be included in chili. Even neighboring states have different chili recipes, like Ohio and Indiana, for example. Ohio – or more specifically, Cincinnati – might have the more well-known (and controversial) recipe that is served over spaghetti, but Indiana boasts a unique chili of its own, known as Hoosier Chili, that is made with macaroni noodles.