It doesn't take much to get these pigs all cozy and tucked in. Crescent roll dough does the trick. Try substituting more gourmet sausage varieties for the hot dogs.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Hot Dogs and Brats
Hot dogs are a kid favorite and are quick and easy to prepare. Want more than a hot dog? Check out the recipes for chili dogs, Coney Island dogs, and corn dogs! Grown-ups love brats (bratwurst) which are great on the grill.
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Quick and Easy Pigs in a Blanket
Copycat State Fair Corn Dogs
Hard to pick a more classic fair food than a good old corndog on a stick. A cornmeal batter with honey, flour, and egg turns some ordinary hot dogs into nostalgia-inducing...
Method: deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
Corn Dog Batter
Easily make corn dogs at home with this batter. Or, if you've never been a fan of on-a-stick corn dogs, get creative and toss them in a bun with spicy mustard or your other favorite...
Method: deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Dog 'N Suds Coney Sauce
Slow-simmered ground beef Coney sauce makes a tantalizing topping for hot dogs. It's a little sweet, a little spicy and a lot delicious.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Sweet And Tangy Hot Dogs
A bit of brown sugar in the sauce really gets the sweet and savory combo going for these crowd-pleasing hot dogs.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
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Texas Wiener Sauce
Texans take their hot dogs seriously, and that's why they have their own sauce recipe. This sauce is perfect for any hot dog lover who wants to add a bit of Texas flavor to their...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Varsity Drive-In Chili Dogs
The Varsity Drive-In in Atlanta is the largest drive-in in the world. It's been operating since 1928 and is famous for their selection of chili dogs. You can make your own...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pronto Pups
Pronto pups are similar to corn dogs but their batter contains less (if any) cornmeal than flour. They are hot dogs on a stick that are coated in a batter and deep fried.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Greek Hot Dog Sauce
This Greek hot dog sauce is the perfect way to add some zing to your next cookout. It has a slightly spicy, tangy flavor that will have people wanting seconds.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Bratwurst and Sauerkraut
There's nothing wrong with classic grilled brats with some sauerkraut on top, but they can be even better. Baking the sauerkraut with a little brown sugar adds a sweet note you...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Original Coney Island Sauce
No more plain hot dogs! Upgrading to Coney-sauced chili dogs makes all the difference. This recipe uses ground beef spiced with chili powder and mixed with tomato puree, but...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Albany Street Meat Sauce For Hot Dogs
Chili dogs will never be the same once you try this Albany Street meat sauce, loaded with ground beef, finely chopped onions, and a blend of bold spices.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat A&W Coney Island Sauce
Nothing more tragic than a naked hot dog. To really do it right, a healthy ladle of sweet, savory Coney sauce with beef and tomatoes is what you need.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Copycat Red Lion Coney Sauce
Everything a good Coney sauce should be--beefy, tangy, and with a good kick from chili powder and tabasco. Don't forget the extra chopped onions to top off your dogs.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Copycat Hot Dog Shoppe Hot Dog Sauce
This unique sauce is made with a blend of ingredients that sets it apart from other Coney Island-style sauces. It's perfect for slathering on your favorite hot...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
New York Pushcart Onion Sauce
A zesty onion sauce straight from the streets of New York. Perfect for jazzing up hot dogs and more.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
New York-Style Hot Dogs
Bring home the taste of the Big Apple. Featuring perfectly grilled hot dogs topped with a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy onion sauce, this recipe recreates a classic street...
Method: outdoor grill, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Beer Braised Brats with Sauerkraut
These brats are cooked two ways. First, they are boiled in beer which gives them great flavor. Then, they are cooked on a grill pan to give them good texture.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Beer Steamed Brats with Seasoned Kraut
Instead of boiling bratwurst directly in the beer, try steaming them over the beer instead for a better texture. In this recipe, they are served with some dressed...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat A&W Chili Dog Sauce
Made with water, ground beef, salt, onion, chili powder, ketchup
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Copycat A&W Hot Dog Sauce
Made with chili powder, ring bologna, onion, green bell pepper, tomato juice, ketchup, red pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Slow Cooker Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce
Coney sauce will always take a frank to the next level. Beef, tomato sauce, and onions spiced up with a few choice seasonings make a hearty hot dog topping.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Brat-n-Tot Bake
Made with cheddar cheese, bratwurst, onion, cream of mushroom soup, Tater Tots, sour cream
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Concession Stand Hot Dog Sauce
No more naked hot dogs! This beefy, chili-spiced sauce turns a frank from fair to fantastic, adding just the right balance of sweet, spicy and savory.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Bubblin' Beer Dogs
Simmering hot dogs in beer is a great way to add flavor and moisture. The beer will help to keep the hot dogs juicy and the beer adds a delicious dimension to your hot dogs.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.
Ah, the unassuming envelope of onion soup mix. It's more than just for onion soup (or dip). It adds tremendous flavor (and convenience) in all these recipes.
This iconic whiskey is a "Jack of all trades" when it comes to cooking. Toss it in some pasta, as a savory dipping sauce, and even bake it into something sweet.