Almost Deerhead Chili Dogs

An adaptation supposed to be close to Delaware's Deerhead Hot Dogs chili dog.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 15

Ingredients

• Chili

• 3  lbs ground beef (80% lean)
• 2  large onions, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup chili powder, plus
• 2  tablespoons chili powder
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 2 (15 ounce) cans beef broth
• 1  cup  plain yellow mustard
• 1  large onion, chopped

• Assembly

•  hot dog, split almost in half and grilled
•  hot dog bun, toasted
•  plain yellow mustard
•  grated cheddar cheese
•  chopped onion

Directions

1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef and the two chopped onions, stirring frequently to ensure the beef is broken up; drain.
2. Add the remaining chili ingredients except the remaining chopped onion, mixing well.
3. Simmer over low heat for 1 hour and 45 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Add remaining onion to the sauce and simmer an additional 15 minutes, stirring occasionally (chili freezes well for up to 3 months).
5. Assembly--place grilled hot dogs in toasted buns and top with mustard, chili, cheese, and onion.
6. Serve immediately.