All-American Chili Dogs
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INGREDIENTS 1/2 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 medium clove garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon chili seasoning
1 can (16 ounces) tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 package (8) frankfurters
8 frankfurter rolls
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheeseIn large skillet, over medium-high heat, saute beef 3 minutes, or until browned. Add onion, green pepper, garlic and chili seasoning; cook, stirring, 3 minutes longer. Stir in tomatoes and their juice, tomato paste, salt and ground red pepper; bring to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes.
Prepare barbecue grill. With knife, score frankfurters crosswise about 1/3 through. Grill, 6 inches from heat and turning occasionally, 5 minutes. Place rolls on grill to toast lightly.
Place frankfurters in rolls. Spoon some chili onto each frankfurter; sprinkle each with cheese.
Makes 4 servings