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Probably, once a month, we make our homemade skyline chili recipe. Last month, our family embarked on a delightful journey to the Cincinnati area to visit with friends and tour the Ark Encounter. While there, we couldn’t resist trying the iconic Skyline chili. The city’s rich culinary culture, combined with the unique flavors of this renowned dish, made for an unforgettable experience.

Skyline Chili: A Cincinnati Tradition

Skyline chili has been a staple in Cincinnati since 1949, known for its distinctive flavor profile featuring hints of cinnamon and cocoa. As I stepped into a local Skyline Chili restaurant, the aroma alone promised a taste sensation unlike any other. The dish typically consists of spaghetti topped with a generous serving of chili, finished with a mound of shredded cheddar cheese and optional diced onions or beans.

A Home Cook’s Twist: DIY Skyline Chili

For those times when a trip to Cincinnati isn’t feasible, fear not! I’ve crafted a homemade Skyline chili recipe to bring a taste of the Queen City to your kitchen. But first, let’s talk about how you can bring the original flavors home.

Ordering Skyline Chili Online

If a Cincinnati visit isn’t on your agenda, you can still savor the authentic taste of Skyline chili by ordering cans online. Amazon and Walmart offer convenient options for having this beloved chili delivered straight to your doorstep.

Homemade Skyline Chili Recipe

Our homemade recipe is yummy and a bit thicker than skyline restaurant, we enjoy both styles but we are continuing to adapt the recipe over time to the skyline consistency.

Conclusion

Whether you find yourself in Cincinnati, ordering online, or recreating the experience in your own kitchen, Skyline chili is a taste of tradition that transcends geographic boundaries. Take a culinary journey, and let the savory flavors of this Cincinnati classic elevate your dining adventures.

Homemade Skyline Chili

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

20

minutes

Cook Mode

Keep the screen of your device on

Ingredients

US Metric

• 1 pound 1 ground beef

• 1 small 1 onion, chopped

• 3 cups 3 beef stock

• 8 ounces 8 tomato sauce

• 1-1/2 tablespoon 1-1/2 cocoa powder

• 1 tablespoon 1 chili powder

• 1 tablespoon 1 apple cider vinegar

• 1 teaspoon 1 Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon 1 minced garlic

• 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 ground cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 ground cumin

• 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 salt

• 1/8 teaspoon 1/8 cayenne pepper

• 1/8 teaspoon 1/8 ground allspice

• 1/8 teaspoon 1/8 ground cloves

• 1 small 1 bay leaf

• Toppings

• chopped onion

• finely shredded cheddar cheese

• kidney beans (optional)

Directions

• Brown ground beef and onion.
  Drain fat.
• Add beef stock and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  While simmering, measure out all the remaining ingredients into a bowl or large measuring cup.
• Add mixture of the remaining ingredients to the beef and broth.
  Simmer uncovered for 1 hour.
• Cook spaghetti noodles or hot dogs.
• When the chili is finished cooking, remove the bay leaf before serving.
  Serve over hot spaghetti, or hot dogs in buns for chili dogs
  Top with a generous amount of cheese, along with onions and beans if desired.

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