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Cozy Store-Brand Hot Dogs with Hearty Chili

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A quick and easy recipe featuring store-brand hot dogs topped with a rich, chunky, and flavorful homemade chili. Perfect for busy nights and casual gatherings, this comforting dish is simple yet satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 8 store-brand hot dogs (preferably with natural casing)
  • 8 hot dog buns, lightly toasted (brioche recommended)
  • 1 pound lean or regular ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, no salt added
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions or jalapeños, yellow mustard or ketchup

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients by finely chopping the onion and mincing the garlic. Open and drain the kidney beans and diced tomatoes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Push the beef to the side of the pan. Add chopped onion and garlic, stirring and cooking until onions are translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and brown sugar. Mix well, then add tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes until the paste darkens slightly.
  5. Add diced tomatoes with juices and drained beans. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water or broth if chili becomes too thick.
  7. Cook hot dogs according to package instructions by grilling, boiling, or pan-frying (pan-frying preferred for crisp casing), about 5-7 minutes.
  8. Lightly toast the buns in a toaster oven or under the broiler for about 3 minutes.
  9. Assemble by placing each hot dog in a bun, spooning generous amounts of chili on top, and adding optional toppings as desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Brown the meat properly for caramelized flavor. Toast tomato paste to boost richness. Simmer chili low and slow for best thickness and flavor. Rinse canned beans to reduce bitterness. Cook hot dogs while chili simmers to save time. Toast buns last minute for best texture.

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Keywords: hot dogs, chili, store-brand hot dogs, quick dinner, easy recipe, comfort food, backyard barbecue, hearty chili

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