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skyline chili wannabe

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Lori L (JostLori)
@jostlori
San Diego

Skyline Chili is an iconic brand from Cincinnati that's kept its recipe secret for over 70 years. This is an attempt to copy it. Skyline serves it as "ways". A 3-way is Spaghetti, Chili, Cheese. A 4-way is Spaghetti, Chili, Cheese and onions OR beans. A 5-way is Spaghetti, Chili, Cheese, Onions and Beans. The creator of Skyline Chili was a Greek immigrant, which explains somewhat the complex flavors of this chili, which is unlike any you've had before.

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 25 Min
cook time 50 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For skyline chili wannabe

  • 1 lb
    ground beef (can use pork or venison)
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1/4 c
    bacon, cooked & crumbled
  • 1 1/2 c
    onion, chopped
  • 1 c
    green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can
    15 oz. diced tomatoes
  • 1 can
    15 oz tomato sauce
  • 4 oz
    tomato paste
  • 4-5 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp
    cocoa powder, unsweetened
  • 2 Tbsp
    mild chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground cardamom
  • 1 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 1/2 c
    red wine
  • 2 Tbsp
    sugar (or honey) to taste
  • crushed red pepper, to taste
  • 1 lb
    spaghetti, dry
  • minced onions
  • grated cheddar cheese

How To Make skyline chili wannabe

  • 1
    In a dutch oven or large saucepan, brown the meat. Remove meat and set aside. Drain the fat from the pan.
  • 2
    Add the oil to the same pan. Saute the onion and bell pepper until the onion is translucent. Transfer the onion/pepper mixture to the bowl with the meat. Set aside.
  • 3
    Add the rest of the ingredients (except pasta and garnishes) to the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Add the meat/veggie mixture. Bring back to a simmer and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  • 4
    Note: this chili is better when prepared a day in advance, which allows the flavors to meld.
  • 5
    Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti. Drain. Serve the chili over the spaghetti. Garnish as desired with the onions and/or cheese.
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