Classic American Hot Dogs (Printable)

Grilled or simmered sausages served in toasted buns with classic condiments and toppings for a satisfying meal.

# What You Need:

→ Sausages & Buns

01 - 4 frankfurter or hot dog sausages
02 - 4 long hot dog buns

→ Toppings

03 - 4 tbsp yellow mustard
04 - 4 tbsp ketchup
05 - 4 tbsp sweet pickle relish
06 - 1 small onion, finely chopped

→ Optional Garnishes

07 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 2 tbsp sauerkraut
09 - 1 jalapeño, sliced

# How To Make It:

01 - Prepare sausages using your preferred method: grill over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes, pan-fry until browned and heated through, or simmer in hot water according to package directions.
02 - Lightly toast hot dog buns on the grill for 1–2 minutes or in the oven until warm and slightly crisp, if desired.
03 - Place one heated sausage into each prepared bun.
04 - Drizzle mustard and ketchup evenly over each sausage, then spoon sweet pickle relish and sprinkle chopped onions on top.
05 - Add shredded cheddar cheese, sauerkraut, or sliced jalapeños as desired.
06 - Serve hot dogs while warm for the best flavor and texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in under 20 minutes for those nights when you need something satisfying and fast
  • Everyone gets to build their perfect dog with exactly what they love on top
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  • Cold buns are the enemy of a good hot dog, take that extra minute to warm them up
  • Grilling gives sausages a smoky depth that boiling simply cannot achieve
03 -
  • Score your sausages lightly before cooking to prevent them from bursting open on the grill
  • Let your sausages rest for a minute after cooking before placing them in buns
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