Famous Butler Hot Dog Shoppe Chili Sauce Recipe

Name: Famous Butler Hot Dog Shoppe Chili Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs ground beef; 1 1/2 cups diced onions; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 1/2 tablespoon ground cloves; 1 tablespoon nutmeg; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon sugar; 14 ounces ketchup; 6 cups water; 1 cup water; 1 cup flour, mixed with the water (mixed well, so not lumpy)

Servings: persons

3 lbs ground beef
1 1/2 cups diced onions
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1/2 tablespoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
14 ounces ketchup
6 cups water
1 cup water
1 cup flour, mixed with the water (mixed well, so not lumpy)

1
Brown and chop the ground meat in a 4 quart.
2
pan.
3
Drain off excess grease.
4
Add each of the spices, one at a time, and stir after each one.
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After all the spices are in the mixture, it should be a pastey consistency.
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Add the ketchup; stir in the water.
7
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
8
Keep the heat low and simmer for 2 hours.
9
Add the flour and water mixture.
10
This mixture will blend easily if you mix in your blender before adding to the rest of the sauce.
11
The excess sauce may be frozen.
12
This sauce is supposed to be from the famous hot dog shop in my area.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs ground beef, 1 1/2 cups diced onions, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Famous Butler Hot Dog Shoppe Chili Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Famous Butler Hot Dog Shoppe Chili Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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