Renee Paquette gained fame as a World Wrestling Entertainment commentator, a role she had for more than eight years, but now she's getting lots of attention for her cooking chops. This chili recipe is from her debut cookbook, Messy In The Kitchen.
"Here's the thing: If you've never had Cincinnati chili, go ahead and throw all of your ideas about chili out the door. When you're married to a man from The 'Nati, you must accept this into your life. In Cincinnati, there's the age-old debate about which you prefer—Skyline or Gold Star Chili. Personally, I'm Skyline all day, baby!! So, I wanted to try and make my own to curb those Midwest cravings. I've added a little more kick to it. This chili is far more liquidy than what you're used to. No big meat chunks. No beans. And there's cinnamon and chocolate in it. It's an acquired taste, but trust me, it's freaking delicious." —Renee
Pro Tip from Renee: "The key here is to literally just combine all the ingredients in a large heavy pot, simmer and stir until desired consistency. Easy-peasy. It takes about 2 to 2 ½ hours. WORTH IT! While it simmers, you sip."
For more chili inspiration from Rach, check out her Cincinnati Spaghetti and Cincinnati Sloppy Sliders.
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