West Virginia Chili Dog Sauce

 

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp dried minced onion
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp of red pepper flakes
• 2–3 cups water
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

1. Brown ground beef, breaking it into fine crumbles. Stir in spices. Add water, making sure the beef is submerged. Bring to a simmer. (You can use a crockpot with the lid off for simmering.) Cook uncovered on for 1- 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire, and brown sugar. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour until thickened. Serve over grilled hot dogs with mustard, chopped onions, and coleslaw. 

Homemade Croutons

bread, rolls, or buns - of any kind, chopped into 1 inch cubes (stale works best)

2 - 4 T. butter, melted

2 - 4 T. olive oil 

1/2 - 1 tsp. garlic salt

1/2 - 1 tsp. garlic powder

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Place on large baking sheet. Bake at 400 for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Stir once or twice while baking.