Delicious Hot Dog Chili Sauce

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato puree

💰Cheaper: canned tomato sauce

Homemade puree can be fresher and healthier, while canned options are budget-friendly.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add 1 cup of chopped onion and cook until soft and slightly browned.

Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and cook for about 2 minutes.

Stir in 6 ounces of tomato paste and mix well.

Add 2 cups of beef broth and bring to a boil.

Add 1 pound of 93% lean ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks.

Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove the lid and let it cook until it reaches your desired thickness, adding water if it gets too thick.

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding 1/4 teaspoon of salt if needed.

Serve the chili dog sauce over hot dogs.

Cooking Techniques

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