Best Hot Dog Chili (Rich, Savory, Classic Coney Style)

Introduction

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 lb ground sausage
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 sweet onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 Tbsp brown sugar
• 1 Tbsp red wine
• 3 Tbsp tomato paste
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 Tbsp Cooking with Greens No Salt Sweet Smoke Blend
• 1/2 tsp Cooking with Greens Pink Himalayan Seasoning Blend

Instructions

1. Brown the meat:
   In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium. Add ground beef and sausage. Cook until no pink remains, breaking meat into very small pieces as it cooks.
2. Sauté aromatics:
   Remove meat from pan and drain off all but about 2 Tbsp of oil. Add onion and garlic to the pan. Cook until fragrant and light brown.
3. Build the sauce:
   Stir in tomato paste and red wine, cooking for about 2 minutes. Add tomato sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and CWG seasonings. Stir well to combine.
4. Simmer:
   Return ground beef and sausage mixture to the pan. Simmer on medium-low for 15 minutes, allowing the chili to thicken and flavors to meld.
5. Serve:
   Spoon hot chili over grilled hot dogs. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped red onions if desired.

Tips & Variations

• For a spicier chili, add cayenne or hot sauce to taste.
• Use as a topping for fries, nachos, or burgers.
• Make ahead—the flavor improves as it sits!

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