Baked layers of sliced hot dogs, chili, and cheddar cheese for a warm, satisfying dish.
# What you'll need:
→ Meats
01 - 8 beef hot dogs, sliced into 1-inch pieces
→ Chili
02 - 2 cups prepared chili (homemade or canned, with or without beans)
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
→ Dairy
04 - 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
→ Breads
05 - 6 hot dog buns, sliced in half
→ Pantry
06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
→ Garnishes (optional)
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place halved hot dog buns cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder.
03 - Distribute sliced hot dogs evenly over the prepared buns.
04 - Sprinkle chopped onion evenly over the hot dogs.
05 - Pour chili uniformly over the hot dog and onion mixture.
06 - Cover with shredded cheddar cheese.
07 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and heat is through.
08 - Remove from oven, allow to cool five minutes, then garnish with fresh chives or green onions and sour cream, if desired.
09 - Serve hot immediately.
