All-American Hot Dogs with a Patriotic Twist

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All-American Hot Dogs with a Patriotic Twist
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 26, 2023

Murica-Dogs are an American classic with a patriotic twist. These delectable hot dogs are loaded with traditional toppings and an extra dose of national pride. Perfect for barbecues, game days, or any day you want to celebrate the red, white, and blue!

Ingredients

  • 8 hot dog buns
  • 8 beef hot dogs
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup diced red onions
  • 1 cup pickle relish
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup mustard
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. Place the hot dogs on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until heated through and slightly charred.
  3. While the hot dogs are grilling, prepare the toppings. In separate bowls, mix together the shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, diced tomatoes, diced red onions, and pickle relish.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and BBQ sauce to make the sauce.
  5. Once the hot dogs are cooked, remove them from the grill and place each one inside a hot dog bun.
  6. Top each hot dog with a generous amount of the shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, diced tomatoes, diced red onions, and pickle relish.
  7. Drizzle the sauce on top of the toppings and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy the flavors of freedom!

Interesting Facts

  • Hot dogs are a staple of American cuisine, with an estimated annual consumption of over 20 billion hot dogs in the United States.
  • The tradition of eating hot dogs on the Fourth of July dates back to the 1800s when immigrants brought frankfurters to America.
  • The term "Murica" is a playful way of saying "America" and is often used to show patriotism or to exaggerate certain American stereotypes.