My take on Mildred’s Hot Dog Chili from Buck’s Drive-in , Saltville, VA
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- Buck’s Drive-In, located in Saltville, VA, has been owned for years by the Maiden family. One of my very best friends is the original owners granddaughters. Unfortunately, I never got to meet Buck before he passed away. However, I did get to meet Mildred (MawMaw) serveral times. She was a total trip. A sassy southern woman with a heart of gold and a very sharp tongue. She passed away several years ago.
Her hot dog chili was known throughout the region. The recipe was a secret and I never asked for it. So i searched for something similar. As well as I can remember, this is pretty close. Keep in mind, I have not had her amazing chili in over 15 years. This is how I remember it.
If you remember Mildred, Buck or the drive in please leave a comment below. I will pass it along to Joanna ( the granddaughter).
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My take on...
Mildred’s Hot Dog Chili
1 lb lean ground beef
1/3 cup water
15 oz tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
2 Tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1-2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
With a mixer, mix together beef and water until all the chunks are broken up.
Add remaining ingredients and mix until smooth.
Cook on simmer for 20 minutes, season to taste.
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Just made Mildred’s Chili recipe, awesome!! I cannot tell you how many chili slaw dogs I ordered standing in the back area at Buck’s. We were good friends and I was her Minister. Over the years Mildred provided many gallons of chili for Vacation Bible School. Mildred’s was the last funeral I preached before leaving Saltville. She was a wonderful lady. Thanks for sharing this!
You are so welcome. She was a wonderful lady. Joanna and I worked together for years and became great friends. I know she misses “MawMaw” a great bit. I hope you are safe and sound in your new location. I miss that area a lot!
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I grew up on Mildreds chili . Don’t know how many foot long hot dogs I ate there. Use to buy it for cookouts . Loved it ,
Astounding mix technique!
I don't know how I've never seen this before but it's the first thing I'm going to try tomorrow. Thanks so much for sharing this video and your time. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.
Let me know what you think! Hope you have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year too! Thanks for watching.
Loved ur share. This looks delicious! I'll give it a try.
Chili hot dog... awesome comfort food
Thanks for sharing this i live here in Saltville have all my life and bucks is the place for burgers and hotdog ill have to make me some thnks for sharing.
Ok....now I gotta make this! Thanks!
Please do! Let me know if you like it!
Awesome thank you very much 😊.
You are so welcome. Thanks for watching
My Grandmother was from Saltville. I took my Mom there in 1993 to see her last first Cousin. Beautiful little town.
I’ve been watching a few videos on how to make hotdog chili since my husband and I have recently had a revival of having hotdogs for dinner once in a while lately. I forgot how good they can be. Love lots of crunchy sweet onions! But I also remember trying Coney Island dogs in Detroit years ago on a trip to see probably fellow sort of Canadian Neil Young, and think hotdog chili would be a great thing to try making myself as well. I like how this gentleman does the guy thing and breaks out a power tool to mix the meat. I’m totally going to do that as well! Pop the mixture into my KitchenAid stand mixer - take this baby up a notch!
I like his basic recipe too but I will tweak it a bit, incorporating some other ideas from other people’s recipes across the great U.S. of A.
Just stumbled across your channel today. I like the looks of your chili recipe and I'm going to give it a try. Instant sub here.
Let me know what you think!
I grew up in Saltville. Loved Buck's Drive In. Haven't been back in 10 years. I miss it. gotta get back soon.
It has been about 15 years since I was there. Such a great place!! Glad it brought back some memories!
Tom
@@TastinAround It did indeed. The Maidens are fine people and the food they served was topnotch. I have been told, however, that MY palette left a lot to be desired but those comments were from people who had never had Mildred's chili nor a double cheeseburger from Buck's. Back in the day when I was in the USMC and got the opportunity to come home, I never missed a chance to stop by Buck's for a couple of dogs, fully loaded.
Gonna try this!! I love bucks footlong chili dogs!!!❤️❤️❤️
Let me know what you think!
Nice job, it is a pretty standard southern chili sauce. Tip, just add enough water to cover the beef (a cup or two) alone with all the other ingredients and then bring to a boil while mixing with a wooden spoon or spatula, no need for the mixer, simmer to reduce the water out. Less mess and better texture in the end.
Best video I've seen on Hot Dog chili.....
Wow! Thanks for the comment. Hope you give it a try. Thanks so much for watching.
Real good on French Fries !!!
I like your recipe and I like that mixer.
Found it on Amazon. Actually, it was one of Oprah’s favorite things years ago. (One that I could afford. Lol). Thanks for watching.
I like the name luv lol..care to share the meaning behind it? Lol
I’m going to give this a try👍
Thanks for watching. Let me know how it goes!
Meat Soup! LOL! I do agree though, hotdog chili is way different than bowl chili. I’m gonna have to try this.
It is so different. I have to admit, I like it better than traditional chili. If you try it, let me know what you think! Thanks for watching!
Interesting idea to mix everything first with a blender, will have to try that.
Totally give it a try. Let me know how it turns out!
😊😋 I just had to leave you a little message here today when I saw this on here. I live in another small town pretty close to Saltville & know this little Drive - Inn quite well. They have wonderful food . Just neat to see it on here & the picture you showed. Not many places left around today like it. Thanks for Sharing!!! Will try your recipe & share with my Mama & Family.
Now we know how Bunker Hill makes their chili. One tip: Next time, add about a table spoon of rubbed sage. Also, lots of black pepper and some white pepper will enhance the taste of good chili. Chef Jerry
Hi, Looks yummy 😋
It is! Thanks so much for your comment and thanks for watching! Let me know if you try it.
Would have liked seeing you assemble and try a dog. Good looking chili!
I thought about that after posting it. Totally should have. Thanks for the input, I'm learning. LOL Thanks for watching!
I agree. Onions, mustard, steamed bun?
Looks delicious l have to make this
Please do! Let me know what you think!
Just an update on Buck’s Drive In. Just talked to Dan Maiden’s wife, Betty & she & Dan had bought the restaurant quite awhile back.😊👍🏼
I knew it stayed in the Maiden family. Just wasn't sure who... Thanks for the update!
Did they comment on the authenticity of this recipe per chance?
With hotdog chili, "pink slime" is a good term.
Was a great hot dog joint!Greetings from Tazewell!
Yes it was! Thanks for watching!
Well I haven't ate at Bucks but I grew up eating chili dogs with slaw in Tazewell.
My brother still lives in Horsemen. The best chili dogs ever. I'm gonna try this recipe for sure ❤
I miss the old recipe of the A&W hot dog chili and the beef sandwiches.
They did make a memorable beef sandwich you're right! I ate many a Footlong chilidog at A&W too!
I imagine this would be amazing chili for a frito pie as well
Great idea! Let me know if you try it. Thanks for watching!
Just found a good one that uses tomato juice vs paste or sauce. 💪🏼
That water with the hamburger meat is one cool hack.
Nice!! I'll take 3 Chili Dogs please with a icy cold Mango Punch drink to wash it down.
I do believe she uses Malcolm’s chili from Malcolm’s Meat in Bristol Virginia. In fact, I used to deliver it to Buck’s but the last time I delivered there was in 2004. I was at Buck’s last weekend and they said they still order from Malcolm’s.
IDK, I just spoke with Mildred's grand daughter. She said her Maw Maw always made her chili. Her grand daughter worked there since she and a child and for while after Mildred passed. She said they did get ground meat from Malcom's but never "pre made" chili.
@@TastinAround I guess she knows what she’s talking about. It’s been so long since I delivered there I can hardly remember what I took them. I coulda swore I took chili though. Buy some Malcolm’s chili and see if it’s the same. I still love Buck’s though. We’re going there tomorrow for lunch. Saltville is having a fishing festival for the kids tomorrow.
@@u.s.militia7682 I'm in Louisiana now (since 2001). If you get a chance, try it and see. Would like to know how they compare. I only remember going to Malcom's one time as a child (a LONG time ago). Still remember the way it smelled. Hope the fishing goes well!
@@TastinAround if I could get your address I’d ship you a few tubes. I don’t know how to get it without you posting it on here and I surely don’t want to post my email address on here. Lol.
This is the recipe I have been looking for. Too many recipes on here needing the addition of chopped onions during cooking…….usually hot dogs with chili need chopped onions on top after the chili is on the hotdog. I’m from North Carolina and I eat my hotdogs and hamburgers Carolina style……chili, mustard, slaw, and onions. The slaw is mayonnaise based. Yum!
Yuck - slaw with mayonnaise on a hotdog? Sounds as bad as sour pickles with chocolate cake for a pregnant women.
@@Oldman808 How do you make your coleslaw?
@@beboboymann3823 I buy a bag of tri-colored slaw in the refrigerated section of the produce department at the supermarket, then I add some Newman’s Own Caesar Salad Dressing. Those two ingredients only. This is a non mayonnaise based coleslaw.
The best chili in SW Virginia!!!
Absolutely!!! Wish I lived closer... really miss it and the people. Thanks for watching!
Just made a double batch. I added 1 lb of leftover smoked hamburger and a teaspoon of beef base. Mixing the beef with a blender is genius. What brand of blender are you using. Wife is impressed.
I found it on Amazon. It is a BLACK+DECKER MX600B Helix Performance Premium 5-Speed Hand Mixer, 5 Attachments + Case, Black. Great hand mixer! I think it was an Oprah favorite things several years ago. Thanks for watching!
Is the "Chili Powder" a blend of Chilli and other spices, or pure ground chilli? If I use 2 TBSP of even my mildest ground chillies in 500g of beef mince it will be way too hot (spices hot) to eat.
I use Great Value chili powder. The label says :chili pepper, spices, salt.... It is not hot. It is definitely not cayenne pepper! Hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
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Just made this recipe. It tastes awesome and has the right consistency. Is it suppose to have a little bite to it? I would personally like mine a little milder and was wondering, so I could make notations to my recipe card on changes. Thanks so much for sharing!!
Great! You could definitely add some hot sauce / cayenne to it for a kick. Thanks for watching!
@@TastinAround He was wanting it a little more Mild, not more spicy. Lol
Thanks for catching that. I totally misread that.
Sorry, I misread the comment. You wanted it milder. I would say to lower the black pepper and make sure the chili powder is mild. Disregard the comment about adding hot sauce. Sorry about that!
With the one pound chili recipe, add about a table spoon of rubbed sage and lots of black pepper which will enhance the flavor. Chef Jerry
Best glizzy in town
Agree! Never heard it called a "glizzy" . Had to look that one up! LOL
Great recipe! What type of hot dog was served back then? Were they skinless? Boiled or grilled? Chili sauce looks good, but I’m sure the type and prep of the dog played a big role. Thanks for the video will be trying it soon.
They were boiled. As far as brand, I'm not sure what they use. It's not those red ones ...lol. Let me know how it goes!
Tom
I have found that all beef hotdogs are best. I find Nathan's is good where I live
@@patmelton43 Nathan’s & angus Ball park , Nathens at sams club I found to be different in taste, in the air fryer on a brioche hot dog bun when I can find them when I do I buy extra and freeze.
Not sure about the place he is talking about but here where I live in NC it was usually Oscar Myer or Armour. They were the "not red" hot dog weiners. If you had the "red ones" it was usually Jesse Jones here in NC.
If anyone passing thru Connecticut on interstate I-84 stop at Blackies Hot Dog Stand in Cheshire,Ct Easy off and back on. Their relish is well worth the stop. They are closed on Friday do to the Catholic “ No Meat on Friday. They are cash only and have an ATM on site. Last time I stopped there the hot dogs were 2 for $5.00 and the relish was fantastic. They have an online store to buy their relish from. Enjoy
411 the mixer isn't needed at all. That's toughing the meat just like way over mixing a burger. Just add 1 cup of Cold water in a cold skillet & the meat falls apart with a wooden spoon
If you use the eggbeaters can you still cover the meat with water and simmer it for an hour?
I’m not really sure I understand the question. The water and the hand mixer breaks down the meat to smaller pieces. You really don’t cook it until everything is added together. That simmers until done. Does that answer the question?
@@TastinAround Jan Creeson's recipe she simmers it 2 hrs so the meat is fine. Wat is your full cooking time? Thank you! Just worried if u loose the full flavor by cooking it for 20 minutes.
The secret to good hotdog chili is put the ground meat into a saucepan of water, then boil it while breaking it apart. That how you eliminate any chunks of meat.
1:44 dollar tree has a great meat masher
I am originally from Danville VA we had a place called the Quickie Shop, they had the best slaw dogs, I wish I could find someone that worked there that knew the recipe for the slaw
I would love a good slaw recipe. If you find one, please pass it along!
Wreck of Old 97, way back in 1903, happened in Danville.
@@Oldman808 you are correct about the wreak of the Old 97
Looks to mushy, kinda like Baby food. Hotdog chilly needs some texture.
Looks good but would be better if you browned the hamburger first and cooked off the water and then added the ingredients,also next time you should put diced vadalia onion in it,cook the onions by themselves until tender and add them to the browned meat and other ingredients
What seasoning
You could use a potato masher and do the same thing
Have never seen anyone cook anything with a spatula left in the pot as if it was some kind of seasoning!! To help alleviate spatters, just use a larger/deeper pot.
I eat my chili in a bowl but I do put hotdog sauce on my hotdog!
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Chillie dogs are my favorite
Flavor in the fat!
Hey man looks good. I live not to far south of yall in Kingsport. My wife makes some great food also.
We just got some chili from the Hot Dog Hut here in town so she cld try n remake it to our taste.
God bless n when i get up thru there ill have try Bucks if they still open.
Good to hear from you! We actually live in Baton Rouge now. Moved down here around 2000. Still have family and friends in your “neck of the woods”! That will always be home to me. Buck’s is still there. Not sure who is running it now.
Tastin Around ... the Maiden family still run Bucks😁
@@appalachianhomegrown9207 Yes, Joanna (Mildred's granddaughter is one of my best friends). I know the Maiden's still own it, but Jo's side of the family has stepped back from management.
@@TastinAround I didn’t realize they were no longer managing. Dan’s wife Betty was one of my Mother’s best friends & I have seen her & the grandkids working lately & just assumed 👍🏼
Making hamburger puree?
My family is from saltville
Nice technique on breaking up the ground beef to a finer texture. Coney Island shops I am familliar with make it too fine IMO. I like a meaty sauce, not a saucey sauce. I like mine on the spicy side, so I add very finely minced Jalapeno and Serranos. Habanero too if I have one. Though not very successful, I like the fresh ingredients so finely chopped that they are not visibly noticable in the end result. But the flavor is spot on to me. I would use my coney sauce as the base for a chili too. Just add diced onions and bell peppers, minced garlic and can of chopped tomatoes. Beans to. Can't forget beans for a chili. Good to go for a bowl of chili. Just add favorite toppings and enjoy. Toppings for me are diced onions, cheese and oyster crackers.
No doubt! I love this stuff with some cheese in bowl with saltines. Thanks for watching!
This is hot dog sauce, not chili. DO NOT ADD BEANS! Beans do not go on hot dogs. I've been trying to teach Texans that for 35 years now. Ugh
@@scottt3100 100% It is not the traditional chili. This is similar to the hot dog "chili" you get in the can...only much better.
Congratulations. You made Wolf Brand Chili or Hormel. Get yourself some New Mexico red chile powder and do it right.
You are insulting Wolf's, Hormel's and MY Chili recipe!! NM red chile powder doesn't make that much difference, Emeril.
Where is the tumeric and the paprika? Garlic and celery seed?
volume ?
I know. I was just starting out and learning how to make videos. Didn’t quite understand how much I needed a clip on mic. Sorry!
Drizzle that ove 7:41 r a Valleydale Honey Weenie nestled in a soft Kern’s bun - it’s a meal for a King
Looks good. I’m gonna try your technique and in addition to your recipe I’m gonna add cinnamon and cocoa powder.
Interesting. Let me know how that goes. I’ve had the cocoa powder but never cinnamon and savory dishes.
Kinda wouldn't be the same then.
True! Mildred’s wasn’t fancy. Definitely did not have cinnamon or cocoa.
Rule #1 Make your own chili! DO NOT BUY DOG FOOD CHILI> Like WOLF BRAND CHILI ECT YUCK Your taco meat will work excellent as a chili dog as well and less messy cause it drier
Wolf brand chili is nasty, I can't stand that garbage!!! YUCK!!
@@jaysonkirsch1937 Me to, make me puke 👍 any thing in a can, got the can taste YUCK.. Now if the can is lined? Much Much better taste
Absolutely hormel , wolf they all taste like dog food
Why no hot dog to show it on?
eat the chili forget the hot dog.
I'm with ya! I have been know to eat it cold straight from the fridge! Thanks for watchinq!
So far im at 4:25 im seeing a sloppy joe mix.
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Why not put all the wet ingredients in together?
You absolutely can. I just made a batch and put everything together and hit it with the mixer… Came out fine. thanks for the idea.
What is the name of the Spatula that you use and where do you buy them. Chili is Amazing I made it.
Oh goodness... I think I bought them years ago at William-Sonoma. I love them!
So glad you liked the chili!
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Looks FANTASTIC !!! Can't wait to give this a try !!! I will make it on a smoker !!! Thanx for the video !!! Galax !!! 😲🏆💪😁😁
Best chili ever
Agree 100%
looks good = I add little cumin & cinnamon
Let me know if you try it. As the way I remember, hers did not have the taste of cinnamon or cumin. I even thought about tossing in some cocoa powder. Thanks for watching!
NO NO NO!!
Why? What did he do wrong, in your opinion?
Part of cooking is to add flavor at the right time, the timing is off on this
Can't here u
U didn't brown the hamburger 🤢
I know, it seemed odd to me. However, browning the meat would not allow the hot dog chili to be “broken down” into the right consistency. Mixing it with the water does allow that finer “grain”. I thought the flavor might suffer, but it doesn’t.
Too much tomatoes 🍅😋😫😩
Buy a good mike lol
That’s a terrible looking dog Sauce
Your sound isn’t good sir, we can barely hear you. Isn’t that funny how there would be a little restaurant that wasn’t fancy but oh was it yummy. We had a little drive-in by our home that had the best hamburgers, chili dogs, barbecue beef sandwiches, pork tenderloins and French fries, milk shakes and ice cream cones, sundaes all of the typical stuff and we called it “the Little Ladies” and that wasn’t even the real name. I loved her food.
If you're using beef that lean, why not just use bison or Bambi?
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You said you knew the people who owned bucks why not ask for there chili sauce recipe
Mildred passed away several years ago. The restaurant changed ownership (same family though). Not close to the current owner.