Tuesday 7/20 "Hot Dogs and Chili"

Sandra Lee Money Saving Meals

Chili
• 1 cup barbeque sauce ($0.88)
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed ($0.84)
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed ($o.84)
• 2 tablespoons chili seasoning (already purchased)
• 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar (already purchased)
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard (already purchased)

Hot Dogs
• 4 all-beef hot dogs (purchased package of 8--$3.99)
• 4 hot dog buns ($0.81)
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped, for serving (already purchased)

Directions
In a large saucepan over low heat stir together the barbeque sauce, beans, chili seasoning, brown sugar, and mustard. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, set up grill or indoor grill pan for direct cooking over medium heat. When ready to start cooking oil the grate. Place hot dogs on the hot, oiled grill. Cook for 10 minutes or until heated through, turning occasionally. Toast buns on grill, if desired. Place hot dogs in buns and top with chili. Serve hot with chopped white onions.

The verdict: I boiled the hot dogs to save time and space. The bean chili is good--perhaps a touch too much BBQ. The good thing is that this chili will make another meal later this week! We love hot dogs! Total cost to make: $7.36.