Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook until translucent. This should take about 5-7 minutes. The smell at this point will be quite inviting!

To the pot, add the minced garlic and ground beef. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Stir in the ground chili pepper, dried oregano, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves. The smell of these spices will fill your kitchen, making it feel like a warm embrace.

Next, add the bittersweet chocolate, chicken stock, tomato purée, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken and the flavors meld beautifully.

Once the sauce has thickened, serve it over a bed of spiced spaghetti. Top with shredded cheese, kidney beans, additional onions, and oyster crackers if you desire.