The Hot Dog Hack You Need To Try The Next Time You're Feeding A Crowd

You can slow cook up to 60 hot dogs

How many hot dogs can you fit in a standard slow cooker? If you fill it to the brim, you can heat approximately 60 franks at once, which should be sufficient for a good number of guests to enjoy seconds at a gathering. While they may not be gourmet, and you're primarily just warming up pre-cooked hot dogs from the store, it's wise to choose some quality sausages. Regardless, they'll taste significantly better than those heated in a microwave. There's no need to add water, as the franks will naturally release moisture during cooking, resulting in juicy hot dogs. This method of heating is somewhat similar to how hot dog carts operate, where the meats are warmed in water (hence the nickname "dirty water" hot dogs used by vendors in NYC).

If you want to elevate your slow cooker hot dogs before serving, consider warming them in a sauce of your choice, such as barbecue or Worcestershire sauce (or even mix them with bourbon). If you have any leftovers, you can repurpose the slow cooker to create a classic hot dog casserole with potatoes and onions or a chili dog casserole topped with shredded cheese and chili. Either way, your guests are sure to be pleased.