CHIPOTLE CHILI DOGS

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Long live childhood favorites! I created this recipe for the 125th anniversary of a small town in Minnesota. The medium spice level means that people of all ages love the flavors. -Barb Templin, Norwood, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

6 hot dogs
1/2 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2-1/2 teaspoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 hot dog buns, split
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

Cook hot dogs according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, chipotle peppers, chili powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until flavors are blended, 4-5 minutes., Place hot dogs in buns. Spoon chili over hot dogs. Sprinkle with cheese and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 25g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 1096mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.