Friday, January 15, 2016

Frugal Feasting Firday: Elevating the Dogs

Although Mr.B and the littles enjoy hot dogs so much they could eat them daily, I prefer to limit my intake to ballgames, camp outs, and county fairs.  Preparing hot dogs not only brings big smiles around my dinner table, but, let's face it, hot dogs are a cheap eat.   Here are a three tips I employ to "elevate" the flavor of a food I'm not a huge fan of.




 Step 1:  I split the wiener lengthwise so it will lay flat and I use my griddle to grill them on each side. I once heard a T.V. chef say, "Browned food is good food."  This is most definitely a true statement when it comes to hot dogs.

Step 2:  I lightly butter and very lightly toast the buns.  Slightly toasting the buns adds another flavor element.

Step 3:  Dress that dog for a party.  My personal favorite condiment combination is spicy mustard, sweet relish, chili and sharp cheddar cheese.




Cost Breakdown:

Wieners bought on sale, $0.12 each
Buns bought on sale, $0.24 each
1/2 oz. shredded cheese, $0.07
2 Tbsp. chili, $0.18
2 tsp. sweet relish, $0.03
1 tsp. spicy mustard $0.01

Total Cost per hot dog:  $0.65 each
Abundant blessings to you ...

10 comments:

  1. RhondaFriday, January 15, 2016

    They look yummy! We've got multiple packs of hot dogs in the freezer and grandsons will be here for supper. I think we'll have hot dogs :)

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  2. Mrs. B, a very peculiar personFriday, January 15, 2016

    Good Afternoon, Rhonda,

    Yes, hot dogs are fast, frugal and a guaranteed crowd please-er among boys. Hope you have a wonderful evening with your grandsons.

    Blessings,
    Mrs.B

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  3. DebbieFriday, January 15, 2016

    I used to love hot dogs, but over the years have my tastes have changed so much. My hubby however, along with my grown children and my grandkids love them! I will eat them if they are grilled over a fire though. ;)

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    1. Mrs. B, a very peculiar personSaturday, January 16, 2016

      I agree Debbie, there are only a few times / ways I genuinely enjoy hot dogs.
      Blessings,
      Mrs.B

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  4. Domestic and GeekySaturday, January 16, 2016

    Living frugal and eating good is my kind of living! Looks yummy :)

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    1. Mrs. B, a very peculiar personSaturday, January 16, 2016

      Thanks for stopping by, Sonya. I look forward to catching up on your blog this weekend.

      Blessings,
      Mrs.B

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  5. Charmin's ThoughtsSunday, January 17, 2016

    I so wish there was a "Like" button for this post! My two picky eaters LOVE hotdogs and I am "ok" with them, however, they are not figure friendly. Hence, the "OK". I love the idea of splitting and grilling them. That sounds super yummy!

    The spicy mustard would definitely be a better sub for my regular mayo and sweet relish. Hey that's how I roll!

    Hugs,
    Mrs. A

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    1. Mrs. B, a very peculiar personSunday, January 17, 2016

      Hey My Dear Sister,

      Yes, the spicy mustard is more figure friendly than the mayo. I wish you were here to "enjoy" them with me.

      Love you,
      Mrs.B

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    2. Charmin's ThoughtsSunday, January 17, 2016

      ME TOO!!!!

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  6. TeganSunday, March 13, 2016

    I used to make hot dogs for my family, until my oldest caught a stomach bug that coincided with a hot dog dinner, and now has a serious food aversion to them . . . I can't say I blame her though . . . You do a wonderful job being a steward of what the Lord has given you. :)

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