Split Dog Foot-Longs

15 ingredients
12 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 foot-long hot dogs
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 12 cups milk
  • 14 cup ketchup
  • 14 cup yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • salt, to taste
  • ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups shredded yellow cheddar cheese
  • 4 long buns, toasted
  • 12 cup sour dill pickle, chopped, for garnish
  • 12 cup hot pepper, sliced, for garnish
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped, for garnish

Directions

  1. 1
    Place a large skillet over medium-high heat with 2 turns of the pan of EVOO, about 2 tablespoons.
  2. 2
    Split each of the hot dogs (We use Angus Hot Dogs) open lengthwise without cutting all the way through, and lay them cut side down in the hot skillet (like a book).
  3. 3
    Cook until golden brown and crispy, 5-6 minutes.
  4. 4
    While the hot dogs are cooking up, place a medium pot over medium-high heat with the butter.
  5. 5
    When the butter has melted, sprinkle in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
  6. 6
    Whisk in the milk, ketchup and mustard.
  7. 7
    Add the chili powder, some salt and pepper, and bring up to a bubble.
  8. 8
    Simmer until thickened, 2-3 minutes.
  9. 9
    Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the cheese until melted.
  10. 10
    Reserve warm.
  11. 11
    When the hot dogs are ready, lay them griddle side-up in a toasted bun and top with some cheese sauce, pickles, hot peppers, and red onion.
  12. 12
    Serve with Oil and Vinegar Slaw Salad and Doctored-Up Baked Beans alongside.

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