Championship Hot Dogs Recipe

Transform ordinary hot dogs into extraordinary gourmet treats with this award-winning recipe from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council! Juicy, flavorful hot dogs simmered in beer, then topped with crispy bacon, tangy mustard, and your favorite fixings. Perfect for game day, tailgating, or any special occasion.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 407.8 kcal
Protein 25g
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Ingredients for Championship Hot Dogs

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How to Make Championship Hot Dogs

  1. Cook 4 slices bacon over medium-low heat until crispy (about 8-10 minutes).
  2. Remove bacon and drain on clean paper towels. Crumble cooked bacon.
  3. Bring 1 cup of beer to a boil in an 8- to 10-inch skillet.
  4. Add 6 hot dogs to the boiling beer.
  5. Immediately reduce heat to low and simmer hot dogs for 4-5 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) is reached.
  6. Place hot dogs in 6 hot dog buns.
  7. Top each hot dog with 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon chopped onions, 1 tablespoon chopped sweet peppers, and 1 tablespoon of crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

45g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Championship Hot Dogs?

Championship Hot Dogs takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Championship Hot Dogs?

Championship Hot Dogs has approximately 407.8 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 39 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Championship Hot Dogs?

The key ingredients for Championship Hot Dogs are Bacon, Beer, Hot Dogs, Hot Dog Buns, Spicy Brown Mustard, Sweet Onion. See the full list with measurements above.

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