The classic pig in a blanket gets the pretzel treatment with a quick dip in simmering baking soda water and a topping of pretzel salt. Biscuit dough adds a fluffy texture, and nacho cheese sauce for dipping is the perfect finishing touch.
This dish proves that one person's trash is another's treasure by loading up home fries and creamy macaroni salad with hot dogs, meaty chili and lots of mustard.
Catherine McCord makes a baked version of a childhood classic by spooning cornbread batter into a mini-muffin pan and adding hot dog slices. Serve with an array of dips to add to the fun.