Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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120
servings
10 unit

onion

chopped

20 unit

garlic

chopped

10 lbs

lean ground beef

114 ounces

ketchup

3 unit

crushed tomatoes

10 tsp

chili powder

20 tbsp

yellow mustard

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

120 unit

hot dogs

120 unit

buns

10 unit

tomatoes

chopped

10 lbs

cheddar cheese

shredded

Step 1
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~4 min

Add the chopped onions and garlic to the skillet.

Step 3
~4 min

Cook, stirring, until the onions and garlic are soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).

Step 4
~4 min

Add the lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon.

Step 5
~4 min

Cook until the beef is nicely browned (about 10 more minutes).

Step 6
~4 min

Stir in the ketchup, crushed tomatoes, chili powder, and yellow mustard.

Step 7
~4 min

Simmer for 15 minutes until the chili has thickened.

Step 8
~4 min

Season the chili with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9
~4 min

Boil, fry, or grill the hot dogs until cooked through.

Step 10
~4 min

Serve each hot dog in a bun.

Step 11
~4 min

Top with the prepared chili.

Step 12
~4 min

Add chopped onions, chopped tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese to each chili dog.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier chili, add more chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Toast the buns for added texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chili can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coleslaw or potato salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad
Corn on the Cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular American comfort food, often served at sporting events and casual gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Tailgating
BBQs
Super Bowl parties

Occasion Tags

BBQ
Tailgating
Party
Summer
Game Day

Popularity Score

70/100

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