Slow-Cooker Chili Dogs

By carvalhohm2

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean (at least 85%) ground beef
• 1 cup chopped onions (2 medium)
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 package (8 count) hot dogs
• 8 hot dog buns, split
• 1/4 cup chopped onion (1/2 medium)
• 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (2 oz)

Preparation

Step 1

1 In 10-inch skillet, cook ground beef, 1 cup onions and the garlic over medium-high heat about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is no longer pink. Drain, if necessary.

2 In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, place beef mixture, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper; mix until well combined. Place hot dogs in slow cooker; cover with chili mixture.

3 Cover; cook on High heat setting 2 hours or on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours.

4 Serve chili dogs in buns; top with onion and cheese.