Comments on: Copycat Cincinnati Chili

By: FoodHussy

FoodHussy — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 19:40:19 +0000

In reply to Lebron Tulsa. its more about mashing it as its cooking

By: Lebron Tulsa

Lebron Tulsa — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:11:40 +0000

This is such a fantastic and thorough breakdown of a truly unique regional dish! As someone who’s never been to Cincinnati but has always been curious about their chili, your step-by-step photos and clear instructions make it feel completely approachable. The tip about the unsweetened cocoa and cinnamon is key – that’s the secret flavor profile that sets it apart from other chilis.

My question is about the texture: Traditional Cincinnati chili is known for being very fine and almost sauce-like, almost as if the meat has been ground to a near-paste. Did you find that the long simmering time was enough to achieve that signature texture, or is there a specific mashing or blending technique that purists recommend to get it just right?

By: Ryan

Ryan — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 21:20:25 +0000

In reply to Aaron. Way too much water, use 2/3 the water, and use a fat separator to get your ratio right, and you'll have something special.

By: Ruth D

Ruth D — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 18:30:06 +0000

We feel this recipe is not as “spicy” as Skyline but adding “Bold & Spicy” Bloody Mary Mix helps. Will definitely try using beef broth instead of water the next time. I used 85% lean beef enough or should I use 92%? It seems a bit greasy.

By: FoodHussy

FoodHussy — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 17:59:31 +0000

In reply to TCRider. just a dash!

By: TCRider

TCRider — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 16:45:22 +0000

Generally on target, but liquid smoke? I don’t think so.

By: FoodHussy

FoodHussy — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 02:25:29 +0000

In reply to Kate. oh sure - that definitely works!

By: Kate

Kate — Sun, 18 Dec 2022 23:43:07 +0000

I’m making your vegetarian skyline, right now, in the slow cooker. What do you think about making this in the slow cooker?

By: John

John — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:44:23 +0000

Made this recipe last weekend for Super Bowl party. Guests loved it. I made the chili Saturday then mixed it into queso dip on Sunday.

By: FoodHussy

FoodHussy — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 23:49:05 +0000

In reply to Noelle.

yes – of course it would!!!! you might want to use beef broth and water – if you want a little beefier flavor – but the ground turkey will be fine!