Chili Dog Chili

1. In a large pot, over medium-high heat, cook onions and ground beef until onions are soft and beef is cooked through and beginning to brown.

2. Add chili powder, hot Mexican chili powder, cumin, garlic and salt to pot and sauté for 1 minute, cooking until you begin to smell the aroma of the spices.

3. Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to pot and stir to combine. Be sure not to drain the chopped tomatoes.

4. Stir in canned beans, canned diced green chilies, and diced red pepper. For the beans, drain, but do not rinse. Rinsing will remove much of the starch, which will act as a natural thickener.

5. Bring chili to a boil and then turn heat down to medium-low and gently simmer for 2 hours. While chili is simmering, shred cheeses and mix to combine. Store cheese in refrigerator until you are ready to use. 15 minutes prior to serving, grill hotdogs.

6. Once chili is done simmering, stir in apple cider vinegar and then you’re ready to serve.

7. For chili dogs, place grilled hotdogs into a bun, top with chili, and sprinkle with shredded cheese.

If you’re throwing a party, place chili in a crockpot on the “warm” setting, so all your guests can enjoy piping hot chili.