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Grilled Cheese Dogs

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish, Snack
  • Method: Grilling, Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fun twist on your classic grilled cheese, these Grilled Cheese Dogs feature a hot dog wrapped in crispy, buttery buns and melted cheese. Perfect for any picnic or barbecue!


Ingredients

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  1. 4 hot dog buns
  2. 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  3. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  4. 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  5. 4 hot dogs, split lengthwise (be careful not to cut all the way through)
  6. 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  7. 4 scallions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Flatten the buns with a rolling pin.
  2. In a small bowl, stir butter, garlic powder, and onion powder. Spread all over the outsides of the buns.
  3. Working in batches if needed, in a large skillet over medium heat, sear the hot dogs, turning occasionally, until charred, about 2 minutes per side.
  4. Place a bun butter mixture side down in the skillet and top with 1/2 cup cheddar, a hot dog, a little more cheddar, and one-quarter of the scallions.
  5. Cover and cook over medium heat until cheese melts, then use a spatula to close the bun.
  6. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make 4 cheese dogs total.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of cheese to your preference for a cheesier sandwich.
  • You can use any type of cheese that melts well, such as mozzarella, Gruyère, or Monterey Jack.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Grilled Cheese Dog
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg