Cincinnati Chili recipe
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Cincinnati Chili

One of the hallmarks of Cincinnati Chili is the wisp-thin tangle of shredded cheese that graces the top of the chili or cheese Coney. To produce cheese with this perfect airy texture, chili restaurants use industrial-strength cheese shredders, but where does that leave the home cook? We found that the best way to re-create these gossamer strands of cheddar, provided the cheese is well chilled, is to use the fine holes of a box grater. To get the longest, thinnest strands possible, grasp the refrigerated cheese and run it down the length of the box grater in a slight arcing motion; this way the shreds will run the entire length of the block of cheese.

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Servings: 6 Servings
Total Time (median): 2 : 00 Active Time: 0 : 20

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Preparation

1. Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Cook onions until soft and browned around edges, about 8 minutes. Add garlic, tomato paste, chili powder, oregano, cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and allspice and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth, tomato sauce, vinegar, and sugar.

2. Add beef and stir to break up meat. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until chili is deep brown and slightly thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and serve. (Chili can be refrigerated in airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.)


Cuisine: American Main Ingredient: Beef

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