Chili Cheese Dog Casserole

PREP TIME 20 min

COOK TIME 30 min

YIELD 6 servings

Ingredients

1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup chopped green pepper

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup chopped celery

1 package (1 pound) hot dogs, halved lengthwise and cut into bite-sized pieces

1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare cornbread batter according to package directions. Spread half the batter into a greased 8-in. square baking dish.

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; add green pepper, onion and celery. Cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in hot dogs; cook and stir until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes longer. Stir in chili, brown sugar, garlic powder and chili powder; heat through. Stir in 3/4 cup cheese.

Spoon hot dog mixture over cornbread batter; top with remaining batter. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.

Bake, uncovered, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 638 calories, 40g fat (16g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 1518mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 6g fiber), 22g protein.