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Cheesy Beef Hot Dog Buns

Delicious hot dog buns filled with seasoned ground beef and cheese, perfect for parties or family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 8 pieces hot dog buns
  • 8 pieces beef hot dogs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion (finely diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (450 g)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup beef broth or water (60 ml)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (225 g)
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (55 g)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional, for brushing buns)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish or sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and beef broth. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Assembly
  1. Place the hot dog buns in the prepared baking dish. Insert one beef hot dog into each bun.
  2. Spoon the seasoned beef mixture evenly over each hot dog.
  3. Sprinkle the cheddar and mozzarella generously over the top.
  4. Brush the edges of the buns with melted butter if desired.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
  2. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) before serving. Feel free to add toppings like jalapeños, diced tomatoes, or sliced olives for extra flavor. Experiment with different cheeses for a unique twist.