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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34 Super Fun Hot Dog Recipes

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


Ranch Pigs in a Blanket

1 review

Who knew you could amp up the fun factor for pigs in a blanket? Sprinkle ranch seasoning on top before...


Chili Dog Baked Potatoes

1 review

These chili dogs are nestled in baked potatoes for a delicious and satisfying meal. They're perfect for a barbecue, but...

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.


In-A-Hurry Hot Dog Dinner

In Niles, Ohio, Sandra Small combines sliced franks with plenty of green pepper, onions and tomatoes for this well-seasoned entree....


Hot Dogs with the Works

1 review

"What screams summer more than grilled hot dogs?" asks Maria Regakis of Somerville, Massachusetts. She places hot dogs in buns...


Hot Dog Bean Soup

3 reviews

My husband fixed this soup for our three kids years ago. They always loved it and now prepare it for...

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...


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...


Bavarian Wiener Supper

2 reviews

This great family meal also goes over well at potluck suppers. This dish is always scraped clean and I'm asked...


Hot Dog Soup

4 reviews

"We can always count on our retired pastor for good advice and good recipes, like this thick and hearty soup,"...


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...

Mini Mac & Cheese Dogs

2 reviews

We wanted to get creative with hot dogs, so we made a mac-and-cheesy one. Pile on the extra cheese, relish...


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...


Chili Dog Pizza

8 reviews

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


Old-Fashioned Coney Hot Dog Sauce

3 reviews

Camping and hot dogs go hand in hand. Roast some up over the fire, then top with this irresistible one-pot...


Hot Dog Sliders with Mango-Pineapple Salsa

1 review

For parties, we shrink down lots of foods, including these quick hot dogs, to slider size. Pile on the easy...


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Corn Dogs

16 reviews

Prepare corn dogs at home just like you'd get at the fair. Both kids and grown-ups will love this hearty...


Pineapple Smokies

9 reviews

These sausages in a tangy-sweet sauce make an excellent holiday snack. The recipe is quick and easy but makes lots....


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...


Coney Dogs

My mom and I always make these top dogs for get-togethers. Leftovers are no problem—there never are any! —Donna Sternthal,...

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Hungarian Hot Dogs

1 review

Each American city dishes up hot dogs with its own combination of toppings. Toledo is no exception. We came up...


BBQ Hot Dog & Potato Packs

20 reviews

For these nifty foil packs, small hands make quick work of topping potato wedges with a hot dog, onions and...


Barbecued Hot Dogs

15 reviews

I grew up in a family of eight kids, and we never complained if Mom made these terrific hot dogs...


BBQ Brats

5 reviews

In Wisconsin, brats are a food group! We are always looking for new ways to cook them. This recipe is...


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...


Chipotle Chili Dogs

7 reviews

Long live childhood favorites! I created this recipe for the 125th anniversary of a small town in Minnesota. The medium...