Hot Dog Recipes

Our quick, easy hot dog recipes are quite frankly the best. We’re serving ’em grilled, bunless, in casserole, too. Here, you’ll even find creative ways to love the leftovers.

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How to Cook Hot Dogs: 8 Methods for Superior Sausages

Should you fire up the grill? Boil a pot of water? What about the air fryer? We share how to cook hot dogs eight ways.

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The Best Hot Dogs for Summer BBQs, According to Our Pro Grillers

Fire up the grill! Our Test Kitchen found the best hot dogs for your next cookout.


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35 Super Fun Hot Dog Recipes

Woo, doggie! These delicious hot dog recipes go way beyond traditional toppings.


Vietnamese Chicken Banh Mi Sandwiches

1 review

My version of the classic Vietnamese sandwich combines the satisfying flavor of chicken sausage with tangy vegetables pickled in rice...


Our Top 10 Hot Dog Recipes

Make room on the grill, these hot dogs mean business. From scratch-made chili dogs to fresh salsa sliders, these hot...

The Griller’s Guide to America’s Best Regional Hot Dog Styles

From Chicago to New York, these are America’s best hot dogs.


Dogs in a Sweater

8 reviews

For a new twist on an old favorite, try these skewered hot dogs wrapped with breadstick dough and baked. They're...

Chicago-Style Hot Dogs

1 review

I decided to give a Chicago-style dog a healthy twist for my family. Our kids love it. You can use...


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Farmhouse Chili Dogs

We host lots of hay rides, picnics, hot dog roasts and ice cream socials on our farm, and these chili...


Party Franks

3 reviews

These tiny, tangy appetizers have broad appeal. I prepare them often for holiday gatherings, weddings and family reunions. They're convenient...


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Scalloped Potatoes ‘n’ Franks

"This kid-pleasing combination was requested often when our children were young," assures Sandra Scheirer of Mertztown, Pennsylvania. "Now that they're...

Mini Hot Dogs ‘n’ Meatballs

12 reviews

Hot appetizers don't come much easier than this recipe. It's so popular I usually double the recipe if I have...



Hot Dog Chowder

“I've found this recipe to be a favorite to serve to any of our 23 grandchildren. They always love hot...


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Sausage Breadsticks

Bring out the kid in everyone by preparing pigs-in-a-blanket with sausage links and refrigerated breadsticks. This old-fashioned finger food is...


Creepy-Crawly Bugs

6 reviews

Who wouldn't want to eat our cute little bugs? Quick and easy prep and undeniable kid appeal make these a...

Hot Dogs with Chili Beans

1 review

This was a recipe my mom used often when I was growing up. These hot dogs were a favorite summertime...


Indiana-Style Corn Dogs

6 reviews

One of the best parts of the many fairs and festivals in Indiana is the corn dogs! My family loves...


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Pigs in a Blanket

11 reviews

These baked hot dog sandwiches appeal to kids of all ages. Even my husband, Allan, admits to enjoying every bite!...


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Hot Dog Mummies with Honey Mustard Dip

3 reviews

These flaky mummy sandwiches are instant party hits! The accompanying mustard dip adds just the right kick.


Beefy Chili Dogs

2 reviews

For years, people have told me I make the best hot dog chili out there. It’s timeless, it’s family-friendly, and...


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Hot Dogs ‘n’ Rice

When my husband was a child, his mother made this economical entree during the lean times. It never failed to...


Hot Dog Pie

10 reviews

A co-worker who loves hot dogs shared this recipe with me. Baked in a purchased pastry shell, the pie is...


Corn Dog Twists

5 reviews

Kids will have as much fun making as they will eating these cute twists on hot dogs and buns! Set...


Miniature Corn Dogs

6 reviews

Fun-sized corn dogs add a little "wow" factor to any cookout or get-together. Kids and adults equally love them, so...

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Slow-Cooked Smokies

14 reviews

I like to include these little smokies smothered in barbecue sauce on all my appetizer buffets since they're popular with...


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Hot Dog Casserole

33 reviews

When our children were small and I was busy trying to get done all those extra things that are part...


Brats with Sauerkraut

13 reviews

I’ve made many variations of this excellent main dish. It would be popular at a party or potluck. The bratwurst...


Sloppy Joe Dogs

15 reviews

There are so many different ways to top a hot dog, but this tasty sloppy joe version beats them all!...


Chili Dog Pizza

7 reviews

My girls love it when I make this mash-up pizza with hot dogs and chili. It’s a marvelous way to...


Pigs in a Poncho

6 reviews

For pigs in a blanket Mexican style, we add refried beans and green chiles. Spice it up even more with...