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How can I tell if the hot dog is cooked or not when I remove it from the microwave?

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Commercial hot dogs come pre-cooked, so the goal is to heat it through rather than cook it. Try poking the tip of a chef's knife into the middle of one of the dogs and touching it with your finger. If it's hot, chow down.

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How can I fry hot dogs without cutting them?

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The same way you would if they were cut. Oil the pan, put the hot dogs in the pan, and cook them until they're just right.

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Where can I buy hot dogs before preparation?

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At any grocery store, if you're in the US. If you live somewhere else, please specify your location.

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Is there any recipe that does not use any type of bread?

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Cut the hot dogs into three quarter inch pieces and mix with a can or jar (or homemade) of baked beans in a medium saucepan. Cook until hot (simmer for a few minutes), then swirl some ketchup on top as desired and enjoy.

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My (packaged) hot dogs are slightly pink on the ends. Should I be concerned?

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Check the expiration date just to be safe.

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How do hot dogs taste if you add seasonings on them?

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The hot dogs will have more flavor and may taste better, especially if you enjoy seasoned meals.

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How do I toast hot dog buns in the oven?

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Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Place the buns on a baking pan and toast them for 2-3 minutes.

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How do you make a sausage?

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Get some processed meat and put into a sausage-shaped mold. Spray with oil and cook.

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Are hot dogs just sausages?

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Technically, hot dogs are just a specific type of sausage.

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How long and at what temp would I cook hot dogs in a Halogen Hot Air Fryer?

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Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees for 5 minutes, then put the hot dogs in and cook for 4 - 5 minutes.

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Do I eat the casing? It seems so tough.

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Grilled or fried hot dogs will usually develop a crust on the skin, but it shouldn't become tough or difficult to eat. If the skin has become very tough or unpleasant, they are likely overcooked.

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How much oil do I pour when cooking hot dogs?

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Just a sprinkle is usually enough. A sprinkle is no more than a teaspoon of oil.

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How long should I cook a hot dog on a Lean Green Grilling Machine?

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About 5 minutes with the lid on. It really all depends on how well you want the meat to be cooked.

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Could I boil the hot dogs and then lightly grill them?

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Yes, you can boil the hot dogs, and then dry and lightly grill them until they are ready to eat, and then many cut them up for curries and hot dog chops into little chunks of meat.

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How do you eat a hot dog?

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Put it in a hot dog bun and add condiments (mustard, ketchup, relish, cheese, chili, etc.)

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