"It's Skyyyyyy-line time".... Skyline Chili Dip

For those of you who are unfamiliar with Skyline chili, Skyline is a chain of chili restaurants based in Cincinnati, Ohio, and thus noted as serving “Cincinnati-style chili”. This chili isn’t what you’d normally think of chili- a stew of meats, beans and tomatoes- but has a unique and distinct taste due to its blend of spices. Cincinnati-style chili is usually served over a hot dog with a MOUND of shredded cheese (coneys) or over a plate of hot spaghetti with a MOUND of shredded cheddar cheese (3-ways).

While I never quite got into the Cincinnati-style chili, my DB loves it. I’ve tried so hard to enjoy this dish with him, but alas, it’s just not for me… but I am definitely an anomaly in Cincinnati! If you’re ever in the Cincinnati area, you’ve got to try it out yourself and see!

Here is a quick and easy dip dish that is a staple in many Cincinnati homes and parties... Skyline Chili Dip!

Ingredients:
(2) 8-oz packages of cream cheese, softened
15-oz can Skyline Chili
¼ cup diced onions (optional)
12-oz mild shredded cheddar cheese
Tortilla chips or Fritos Scoops, for dipping

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Spread softened cream cheese evenly over a 2-qt baking dish.
3. Pour Skyline Chili over the cream cheese layer.
4. Top with diced onions and shredded cheese.
5. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
6. Serve with tortilla chips (or any chips you desire).