Hot Dogs Belong In Your Grilled Cheese

Hot dogs and grilled cheese are meant to be together

It's almost impossible to overcook a hot dog, and the level of crispiness on the outside is entirely a matter of personal taste. Regardless of how you prefer to prepare them, once your hot dog slices are cooked to your satisfaction, take them off the heat and place them inside your uncooked bread with cheese on each side (feel free to use any cheese you like, but American or cheddar are great choices). Then, put that buttered grilled cheese in the same pan where you cooked the hot dogs. The remnants from the meat will infuse the bread with extra flavor as it toasts. Think of it as an upgraded fried bologna sandwich.

This recipe is straightforward, but you can enhance it further if you wish. A light spread of sweet relish or mustard can add a delightful touch that pairs well with the cheese and hot dog pieces. Toss in some tomato and onion slices, and you’ve got yourself a Chicago-style hot dog grilled cheese. You can also transform the grilled cheese into a chili dog version simply by adding some chili. Homemade chili is ideal, but if you're pressed for time, you can grab some pre-made or canned chili from your local grocery store.