Ingredients

To embark on this flavorful adventure, gather the following ingredients:

• 1 pound of ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 ounces) of chili beans, undrained
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (8 ounces) of tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon of chili powder
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 hot dogs
• 8 hot dog buns
• 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese

Preparing the Chili

1. Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
2. Add the Flavor: Stir in the chili beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Assembling the Bake

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Slice and Arrange: Slice the hot dogs lengthwise and arrange them in the prepared baking dish.
3. Layer with Chili: Pour the prepared chili over the hot dogs, ensuring they are evenly covered.
4. Sprinkle with Cheese: Top the chili layer with shredded cheddar cheese, creating a blanket of cheesy goodness.