A savory baked dish blending sliced hot dogs, chili, and cheddar cheese for satisfying weeknight meals.
# 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 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (170 g)
→ Breads
05 - 6 hot dog buns, sliced in half
→ Pantry
06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Garnishes (optional)
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place the halved hot dog buns cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder.
03 - Evenly distribute the sliced hot dogs over the prepared buns.
04 - Sprinkle the finely chopped yellow onion evenly over the hot dogs.
05 - Pour the prepared chili uniformly over the hot dog and onion layers.
06 - Generously cover the mixture with shredded cheddar cheese.
07 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the dish is heated through.
08 - Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped chives or green onions and sour cream if desired.
09 - Serve the casserole warm.
