Hearty and cheesy slow cooker hot dogs topped with a thick, savory homemade meat chili.
8-10 all-beef hot dogs
8-10 hot dog buns, toasted
1 lb lean ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
15 oz tomato sauce
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar or Velveeta cheese
1. Brown ground beef with onions and garlic in a skillet; drain fat.
2. Add beef mixture to crockpot with tomato sauce and spices.
3. Cook on low for 4-6 hours until thick.
4. Place hot dogs in the chili 30 minutes before serving to heat through.
5. Place dogs in toasted buns and ladle chili over the top.
6. Top with generous amounts of cheese and serve.
Toast buns just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Add jalapenos or onions for extra crunch.
Chili can be made 24 hours in advance.