Rich Cincinnati-Style Chili Delight
Experience the iconic taste of Cincinnati's beloved chili with this rich and flavorful recipe, inspired by the classic chili served at famed eateries like Gold Star and Skyline. Unlike typical chili recipes, this one embraces a unique blend of spices, creating a depth of flavor that is both comforting and exciting. The absence of chocolate allows the spices to shine, making it perfect over a bed of spaghetti for a hearty meal or as a zesty topping for hot dogs. This recipe includes hints of cinnamon and allspice, giving your chili a subtle warmth that is sure to impress. Whether you're serving it at a family gathering or enjoying it on a cozy night in, this chili will become a favorite in your household.
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Servings
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Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken broth
1 quart (liquid)
ground chuck
2 lbs (raw)
ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
ground cumin
1 teaspoon (ground)
large onions
2 (chopped)
fresh garlic clove
1 (minced)
Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon (liquid)
chili powder
2 tablespoons (ground)
black pepper
1 teaspoon (ground)
salt
1 teaspoon (seasoning)
ground allspice
1.5 teaspoons (ground)
ground red pepper
0.5 teaspoons (ground)
tomato paste
1 (6-ounce) can (canned)
cider vinegar
1.5 teaspoons (liquid)
bay leaves
3 (whole)
whole red bell pepper
1 (whole)
dark red kidney beans
2 (16-ounce) cans (drained and rinsed)
Instructions
1
In a large cooking pot, add the ground chuck to the chicken broth over medium-high heat. Break the meat apart as it cooks.
2
Once the meat is browned, stir in the chopped onions and minced garlic. Continue cooking until the onions are soft and translucent.
3
Add all remaining ingredients except the red bell pepper and kidney beans. Stir well, bringing the mixture to a boil.
4
Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Allow the chili to simmer, stirring often, for three hours.
5
After three hours, remove the whole garlic clove and bay leaves from the pot. Introduce the whole red bell pepper to the chili, or substitute it with a jalapeño pepper for a touch of heat.
6
Continue to simmer for an additional two hours, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
7
At the end of the two-hour simmer, remove the whole bell pepper and stir in the drained and rinsed kidney beans.
8
Cover the pot again and let the chili simmer for one final hour, stirring frequently. Check for consistency, adding extra chicken stock if needed.
9
Once finished, serve warm over spaghetti topped with shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, and Tabasco sauce for a perfect 'Three-Way' meal.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this Cincinnati-style recipe?
The recipe is called Rich Cincinnati-Style Chili Delight.
Does this recipe contain chocolate?
No, this recipe embraces a unique blend of spices and the absence of chocolate allows those spices to shine.
What type of broth is used for the base?
The recipe uses 1 quart of chicken broth.
How much ground chuck is required?
The recipe calls for 2 lbs of raw ground chuck.
What are the primary warming spices used?
Ground cinnamon and ground allspice provide the unique subtle warmth characteristic of this style.
How should the onions be prepared?
You should use 2 large onions that have been chopped.
How is the garlic incorporated?
One fresh garlic clove is minced and cooked with the onions, while other instructions suggest a whole clove is also simmered and later removed.
What is the first step in the cooking process?
Add the ground chuck to the chicken broth in a large cooking pot over medium-high heat and break the meat apart.
How long is the initial simmer?
The chili should simmer for an initial period of three hours.
What should be removed after the first three hours of simmering?
You should remove the whole garlic clove and the bay leaves.
How many bay leaves does the recipe require?
The recipe uses 3 whole bay leaves.
What role does the whole red bell pepper play?
It is added after the first simmer and left for two hours to infuse flavor before being removed.
Can I make the chili spicier?
Yes, you can substitute the whole red bell pepper with a jalapeño pepper for a touch of heat.
When do I add the kidney beans?
Add the dark red kidney beans after the second simmer phase, which is five hours into the total cooking time.
How long is the final simmer after adding beans?
The chili simmers for one final hour after the kidney beans are added.
What is the total recommended simmering time?
The total simmering time is approximately six hours.
How should the chili be served in the 'Three-Way' style?
Serve it warm over spaghetti topped with shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, and Tabasco sauce.
What type of vinegar is used?
The recipe calls for 1.5 teaspoons of cider vinegar.
How much chili powder is in the mix?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of chili powder.
Is tomato paste included?
Yes, one 6-ounce can of tomato paste is included.
What type of beans are suggested?
Two 16-ounce cans of dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed.
How much Worcestershire sauce is needed?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
Should the meat be browned before adding liquid?
No, the meat is added directly to the chicken broth and cooked until browned.
What if the chili becomes too thick?
You can check for consistency and add extra chicken stock if needed.
Can this chili be used for hot dogs?
Yes, it is described as a zesty topping for hot dogs.
What are the measurements for salt and black pepper?
Use 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
How much cumin is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of ground cumin.
Is there red pepper in the spice blend?
Yes, it includes 0.5 teaspoons of ground red pepper.
What eateries inspired this recipe?
It is inspired by famed Cincinnati eateries like Gold Star and Skyline.
Should the kidney beans be added with their liquid?
No, the kidney beans should be drained and rinsed before being stirred into the chili.