Cincinnati Chili 'Four-Way'

[eligeti89]

you should be having like a million views by now!! You videos last about a minute!! Soooo cool to take breaks while studying ! :D

[kooktocook]

@eligeti89 The format perhaps is a bit quick for some folks, plus many enjoy seeing folks cook. However, I wanted something a bit quicker as some of us are short on time. Yes, you can squeeze in quite a few in a few minutes. cheers from KtC!

[kimie126]

i have a question, chilis is not the same as Bolognese?? i never eat chilis, but from ur other video it looks really yummy..

[kooktocook]

@kimie126 No not really. A few similar ingredients but Bolognese tends to not have much tomato in it. Plus the seasoning makes it quite different actually. There is an idea for a vid. though. A nice Bolognese. mmmm

You have to try chili. This is a Cincinnati version and also not the same a s a typical Texas chili. Yep see the other video. Thank you and cheers, KtC

[TheKenAlanShow]

Chocolate and cinnamon, you know their secret! 

[kooktocook]

@TheKenAlanShow I just read you comment for this now. I miss a few at times. Yes, the chocolate and cinnamon are the key to this one. I made a few calls for this one and received a few recipes that were pretty much the same. My old culinary teacher fined tuned it for me for this version. Thanks mate, cheers! KtC

[TheKenAlanShow]

@kooktocook FYI, one of the bigger chains (Skyline or Gold Star) add a touch of nutmeg.

[kooktocook]

@TheKenAlanShow I had it on a list in one recipe. I will try the next batch with a pinch. Thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas! KtC

[TheKenAlanShow]

@kooktocook Merry Christmas!

[RachaelLoraine]

Mmm I'm from Cincinnati! If you ever come here make sure to try Skyline!

I think it's so funny...Sometimes when we go on vacation to other states people think putting chili on spaghetti is crazy!

And your cheese is not piled high enough! Gotta load it on mmmmm :D

[JD5133]

I live in Cincinnati and your using the wrong cheese its chedder extra sharp i do believe an pile it high add orster crackers an hot sauce an your there!!!

[kooktocook]

@JD5133 I dislike the crakers, so there isn't any. This is old cheddar (sharp). Just not the orange food colouring type (I try to avoid it). cheers, KtC

[bowhunter2439]

nice touch with the pasta kook....looking good...!!!

[omatsu123]

Unsweetened chocolate in chili??? I can imagine this should give a richer taste but never thought of adding chocolate. Life is full of learning. Thank you so much!

[kooktocook]

@omatsu123 It works really well in this one. I use cocoa in my regular chil. cheers! KtC

[CalypsoJuice]

To Mr. Kooktocook: A very Happy Thanksgiving for you and your family :)

[kooktocook]

@CalypsoJuice Thank you! I have the turkey and ready to cook it up tomorrow. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family! Have a great dinner! KtC

[3ngin321]

AWESSSSOOMEE!!! Definitely gonna make this, looks amazing!!!

[kooktocook]

@3ngin321 Yes, a must to prepare. Let me know if you do. Thank you, KtC

[Tamar1973]

I used to make Cincinnati chili for hubby all the time. Need to do it again sometime! :)

[kooktocook]

@Tamar1973 Hi Tammy! I had not prepared it myself in quite awhile. One of those recipes you are reminded of and say "I have to make that soon". I am happy I did and will not wait too long next time. Have a great day! KtC

[TheVittleVlog]

Nice work Kook...I just got a pasta maker, I think I know what I'm making next...!! Have a good weekend!!

[kooktocook]

@TheVittleVlog You to Rick!

[anmoose]

We used to have a deli here that served this, traditional, classic, and homemade. I had more than my share of 5 ways for lunch. They closed several years ago, and I've never been able to duplicate the smooth taste of it. It's an odd combination of spices (like unsweetened chocolate?), and you can bet I'm gonna try it.

[kooktocook]

@anmoose The ingredients certainly compliment each other. Early fusion cooking I suppose. cheers Moosie! KtC

[ermonski]

you and foodwishes are my favorite youtube chefs!

[kooktocook]

@ermonski I suppose I am in good company :) cheers! KtC

[Jordcuk]

Why the chocolate? Just interested.

[kooktocook]

@Jordcuk Dark bitter (raw unprocessed usually) is not uncommon in many foods. The creator probably wanted that type but could only get the 'milk chocolate' variety. Obviously too sweet, opted for the unsweeten baking type. It appeared to work as the food is quite tasty and certainly popular.

I use about a tbsp. of dark cocoa in my typical chili (see my 'slowcooker meat chili' video). Not unusual at all for Mexican type foods.

cheers! KtC

[Vacheresseb]

CHOCOLATE? WHAT

[HALLSYSKITCHEN]

now that looks great..thanks for the post

[kooktocook]

@HALLSYSKITCHEN Your welcome. It was fun and tasty to make. cheers Hallsy! KtC

[yesitsvish]

try mushroom ketchup 

[kooktocook]

@yesitsvish Perhaps. Mushroom ketchup does work with many things. Not sure how available it is for folks in N.A.

KtC

[DicksGrill]

oohhh i have got to have some of that....this will be on my soon-to-do-list

[kooktocook]

@DicksGrill I like that part of those 'soon-to-do-lists' (better than the 'cutting the grass' items).

cheers! KtC

[mehquig]

This stuff is so good I can taste it through my screen... Gotta make some!

[kooktocook]

@mehquig Make a bunch. I will drop by :D KtC

[mallardhead]

Of all the channels I think I most enjoy yours. I even tell people your recipes now, so you can tell I'm hooked! --Dad and I discussed how weird northerners are using chili as a spaghetti sauce. --He thinks the chocolate powder and wine are nuts, but I think I'll do it up and see if he keeps that opinion. Thanks! =D

[kooktocook]

@mallardhead Certainly worth trying. All those Cininnati folks cann't be wrong. Very tasty.

Chocolate (bitter, unsweetened) is very popular. It is actually a Latin American thing. Also found in many Mexican authentic dishes. Works great with beef. Just a bit though. Thanks mate. cheers, KtC

[ppsf1958nr]

Another fine dish.;)

[kooktocook]

@ppsf1958nr cheers! KtC

[fezan84]

Ahh yes I love me some 4-way spaghetti chili as well. The raw onions and the cheese work really well with the rest of the ingredients. Thanks for making this =]

[chaos741]

2 problems: 1. way too many onions, I hate em 2. I don't believe for a second that was cheddar cheese at the end. Aside from that it sounds delicious.

[kooktocook]

@chaos741 Don't add the onions. Go 'Three-Way'. I see you are use to the coloured orange cheddar cheese popular in the U.S. Although I have used it many times it will kill you. Food colouring? yuk! This is old cheddar (white, as it should be).

Very yummy! KtC

[psychodelicdragon]

have you done this without the chocolate?

that seems really different!??

what does it contribute to the overall taste and texture of the chili or sauce

 please reply

[kooktocook]

@psychodelicdragon No I always use the chocolate. It certainly isn't very much. I was going to use raw cocoa (Jamaican Cocoa Balls) but most agreed it should be the milk chocolate (unsweetened). Chocolate and beef is not new. I put cocoa in my regular chili too! KtC

[psychodelicdragon]

@kooktocook so what does the chocolate contribute to its taste?

can you tell if it is not in it?

[theconmann9]

KtC I don't eat beef (gave it up pretty recently) but that looks really delicious. I'm wondering, what does it taste like? It looks sort of chili-esque, but that might just be my naivete... Plus the chocolate really intrigues me. Is there any way to describe the flavor?

[Roguemember]

@theconmann9

It tastes like "Christmas".

[kooktocook]

@Roguemember lol errrrrr xmas. KtC

[kooktocook]

@theconmann9 It does not taste like typical chili although I certainly put a bit of cocoa in my typical chili (not that unusual actually). I have never tried it with other meat such as chicken. There is a veggie version but well, I like meat :) cheers, KtC

[kkliper]

About time! Thank you so much.

[kooktocook]

@kkliper The videos take time and plus I also have my own wish list. It would have been a bit earlier but the last series was more summer BBQ themed. So it got bounced to now. Enjoy! KtC

[Shuhnyxia]

needs some pasta water in that sauce =P

[kooktocook]

@Shuhnyxia Each their own. Thanks for sharing the tip! KtC

[petmycatwiththose]

Had that at Skyline in Cincinnati with extra extra cheese.... that cheese thing with me is that Wisconsin Heritage i can't shake....LOL Good job My MAN....

[kooktocook]

@petmycatwiththose mmmmm cheese! KtC

[chris7toronto]

Brown the tomato paste

[kooktocook]

@chris7toronto Thanks for the tip. I'm sure I will get a few. Some add more beef stock or less paste for more the chili colour. I have seen and enjoyed both. cheers! KtC

[Texa41]

Mama Mia that's some spicy chili! ;)

[kooktocook]

@Texa41 It isn't really that spicy although my chili powder is spicy though. Some add hot sauce or cayenne but I did not because of my powder. Very tasty and quite different than your Texas variety. cheers! KtC

[teencooking1]

mmmmmmm your making me drool lol

[kooktocook]

@teencooking1 :D KtC

[acrttdriver]

Oh I can totally see myself eating that and chasing it down with a ice cold beer!....:)

[kooktocook]

@acrttdriver Yes, Ihad a beer with mine too! cheers, KtC

[bigboy45454545]

Just like Dixie or Skyline

[kooktocook]

@bigboy45454545 Well thank you! KtC

[mmdghr]

omg yummm i love 4 ways !!!

[kooktocook]

@mmdghr I do too. Once the kidney beans get into it I prefer to go the Texas chili route. This is perfect for me. cheers! KtC

[cainey66]

@mmdghr i bet u do darling lol

[kooktocook]

@cainey66 :D

[ZivEstVeritas]

Outstanding!

[kooktocook]

@ZivEstVeritas Thank you and cheers! KtC

[xdeathisrighttherex]

Deliciouss! Trying this recipe ASAP!

Possibly for dinner, I have all these ingredients.

Thanks Kook! Your always FANTASTIC!

[kooktocook]

@xdeathisrighttherex A good recipe to try. Very popular with the folks in Cincinnati! cheers, KtC

[MausPonticus]

Looks nice!

[kooktocook]

@MausPonticus thanks! KtC