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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BBQ Brats

5 reviews

In Wisconsin, brats are a food group! We are always looking for new ways to cook them. This recipe is easy and a hit at any tailgate party or cookout, any time of year. —Jessica Abnet, DePere, Wisconsin

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...


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...


Mexican Hot Dogs

2 reviews

My stepmom was born in Mexico and introduced us to hot dogs with avocado and bacon. We were instantly hooked....


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...

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...


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...


Hot Dog Sliders

1 review

Turn all-American hot dogs into a fun international treat at your next casual party. They get three special treatments in...


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...


Chili Cheese Dog Casserole

62 reviews

Kids and dads alike will dive right into this hearty, comforting dish. With a crispy cheese topping on a warm...


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...


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Pigs in a Blanket

12 reviews

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


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...

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Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs

4 reviews

Here's a juicy, delicious and savory meal in a bun! I make these bacon-wrapped hot dogs for picnics, barbecues and...


Mini Corn Dogs

11 reviews

For fun flavor, try this mini corn dog snack made with cornmeal dough. Serve a tangy dipping sauce. —Geralyn Harrington,...


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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...


Is a Hot Dog a Sandwich? Let’s Settle It!

The good folks at Merriam-Webster say that the all-American hot dog is a sandwich—but they're just about the only ones.