10+ Hot Dog Recipes That You'll Relish, Quite Frankly

July 17, 2019
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Hot dogs don't have to be boring. Give the ketchup and mustard the night off and dress up your dogs with our Sweet Heat topping or give our Banh Mi Hot Dogs a go. If you're feeling crazy, you might even want to try our infamous Cold Hot Dog Pie recipe. No matter what you're looking for, these recipes will make you forget everything you know about franks. 
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Sweet Heat Hot Dogs

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Sweet Heat Hot Dogs Recipe

Take hot dog toppings beyond traditional sauerkraut and mustard by dressing with sweet-hot pickles, shredded red cabbage and a creamy topping made of mayo, whole grain mustard, and hot chili sauce.

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Cowboy Hot Dogs

Photo: Erin Kunkel
Cowboy Hot Dogs Recipe

With several toppings, including caramelized onions, bacon, and barbecue sauce, these can be customized for a range of diners, from those who like their dogs plain to those who want them fully loaded and hearty enough to fuel a day out on the range.

 

 

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Confetti Corn Dog Hot Dog Topper

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Confetti Corn Dog Hot Dog Topper Recipe

Despite its dubious nutritional reputation, the average frank actually beats a basic burger patty by about 100 calories (assuming you don't go the foot-long route; food shouldn't be measured in feet). Try organic, grass-fed, or uncured wieners, which tend to have less ­sodium. Then load up on fresh condiments like these. A whole-grain bun is another healthy upgrade, adding 3g of filling fiber.

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Cold Hot Dog Pie

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Cold Hot Dog Pie Recipe

Happy April Fools' Day!

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Hot Dog Hash

Photos by Stacey Ballis
Hot Dog Hash Recipe
Two breakfast recipes based on Chicago classics

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The Tech Billionaire Hot Dog

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Food Styling: Robyn Valarik
The Tech Billionaire Hot Dog Recipe
This is the kind of hot dog that a tech giant might crave, right after cashing in on the IPO: a luxury combo of Kobe beef dogs, creamy cheese, and buttery brioche buns.
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Pigs in an Everything Blanket with Cream Cheese Dip

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Pigs in an Everything Blanket with Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

Two finger food favorites collide as pigs in a blanket get an everything bagel makeover. Rather than the traditional canned biscuit or croissant dough, the "blanket" of this playful appetizer is made with fresh pizza dough that is first boiled, brushed with egg wash, and rolled in an "everything" seasoning blend (poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried minced onion, dried minced garlic, and coarse salt) before being baked. Using a yeasted dough and this double cooking method is what gives these tailgate-ready bites their bagel personality. Serve them up with a tangy cream cheese dip for a party-perfect snack platter. 

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Mexican Hot Dog

Mexican Hot Dog Recipe

This isn’t your average hot dog. Adding avocado, red cabbage, and green onion slices adds the crunchiness, creaminess, and zing you didn’t know your frank was missing. Best of all, these Mexican hot dogs feel special, but only take 20 minutes to come together, making them perfect for a hectic weeknight dinner.

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Butterscotch Hot Dog Waffle 

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Butterscotch Hot Dog Waffle  Recipe


 

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Banh Mi Hot Dog

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Banh Mi Hot Dog Recipe

Try a vietnamese-inspired hot dog topped with carrots, red onion, vinegar, and jalapeño slices.

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