RECIPE: Hot Dog Sauce

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em!

Grilling season is upon us here in the Northeast. Weekends are filled with family cookouts and little league picnics. Burgers and dogs for everyone! So what can YOU... keeper of the crock... bring to the picnic table?

Try the King's Hot Dog Sauce, a royal condiment and a GREAT addition to the grilled dog. It's like a "beanless" chili.

1 medium onion, chopped

1 can (28 oz.) of crushed tomatoes

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. pepper

1/2 tsp. ginger

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. dry mustard

1 tbsp. chili powder

2 lbs. lean ground beef

• brown onion and beef
• drain grease and place in slow cooker
• add remaining ingredients
• cook on LOW for 8 hours
• ENJOY!