Making 7 Different Regional Hot Dog Recipes! 🌭🌭🌭

hot dogs

🥗Healthier: turkey or chicken sausages

💰Cheaper: homemade sausage

Turkey or chicken sausages reduce fat while maintaining flavor.

hot dog buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: plain bread

Whole grain buns offer more fiber, while plain bread is often cheaper.

mustard

🥗Healthier: honey mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Honey mustard adds sweetness without extra calories.

relish

🥗Healthier: chopped cucumbers

💰Cheaper: homemade relish

Chopped cucumbers provide freshness and crunch.

Heat grill. In small skillet, cook onions over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes or until slightly browned, stirring occasionally. Set aside.

When ready to grill, cut franks in half lengthwise, cutting almost but not completely through. Open franks and place, cut side down, on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 5 to 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated, turning once. To toast buns, place cut sides down on grill during last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking time.

To serve, spread cut sides of each bun with about 1/2 tablespoon relish. Place frank in each bun. Top with salad dressing and onions.

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