50 States, 50 Sizzling Dishes: The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip Through The USA
Cincinnati-style Chili from Ohio
Cincinnati indeed boasts a unique claim as America’s chili capital, hosting an impressive number of chili parlors, with estimates ranging over 250. This Ohioan chili variant stands out with its unusual preparation: a thinner, Mediterranean-spiced sauce served over spaghetti.
The dish’s distinctiveness doesn’t stop there—locals often layer it with a generous helping of toppings, including chopped onions, heaps of shredded cheese, beans, and sometimes crushed oyster crackers, creating a medley of textures and flavors. And trust us, one bite will make anyone a North Dakota walleye convert in no time.
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