@tworley63: For the perfect Southern West Virginia Hot Dog Chili Sauce, you'll need finely crumbled ground beef with a blend of spices and a sweet-tangy base. Here's the core recipe: Ingredients: • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for flavor) • 1 tsp chili powder • 1 tsp paprika • 1 tsp cumin • 1 tsp kosher salt • 1 tsp black pepper • 1 tbsp dried minced onion • 1 tbsp garlic powder • Pinch of red pepper flakes • 2-3 cups water • 1 cup ketchup • 1/4 cup brown sugar • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce Some variations add onion, garlic, tomato paste, or mustard, but this list covers the essentials shared by many home cooks. Enjoy making your own delicious chili sauce! #ChiliSauce #HotDogChili #WestVirginiaChili #Recipe