Baked dish featuring hot dogs, chili, and cheddar cheese for a flavorful, comforting meal.
# Components:
→ 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 - 1½ 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
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish thoroughly.
02 - Place halved hot dog buns cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush them evenly with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder.
03 - Distribute sliced hot dogs evenly over the buns, then scatter the finely chopped onion on top.
04 - Pour the prepared chili evenly over the hot dog and onion mixture.
05 - Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the entire casserole.
06 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the dish is heated through.
07 - Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and add dollops of sour cream if desired.
08 - Serve the casserole hot for best flavor and texture.
