Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 hot dogs
- 4 hot dog buns
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
- Tongs
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the shredded mozzarella cheese and chopped fresh basil. Set aside.
3. In a small saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over low heat.
4. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Grill the hot dogs until heated through and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Toast the hot dog buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes.
7. To assemble the hot dogs, place a grilled hot dog in each bun. Top each hot dog with a spoonful of the cooked onion and green bell pepper mixture.
8. Spoon some of the heated marinara sauce over the hot dogs.
9. Sprinkle the mozzarella and basil mixture over the hot dogs.
10. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Grill or grill pan: medium-high heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 50mg
Sodium: 900mg
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 6g
Protein: 16g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of hot dogs, you can use Italian sausages or chicken sausages.
- Instead of mozzarella cheese, you can use provolone cheese or Parmesan cheese.
- Instead of marinara sauce, you can use tomato sauce or pizza sauce.
- Instead of fresh basil, you can use dried basil.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the onion and green bell pepper mixture.
- Top the hot dogs with chopped fresh tomatoes or roasted red peppers.
- Use different types of cheese, such as feta or goat cheese.
- Add sliced black olives or capers to the marinara sauce.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to grill the hot dogs until they are heated through and slightly charred for the best flavor.
- Toasting the hot dog buns on the grill adds extra flavor and texture.
- You can make the onion and green bell pepper mixture ahead of time and reheat it when ready to use.
Storage instructions:
Leftover hot dogs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the hot dogs in the microwave or on the grill until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the hot dogs on a platter with a side of potato chips or french fries.
Garnishes:
Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves or chopped parsley.
Pairings:
Serve with a cold beer or a glass of red wine.
Suggested side dishes:
Potato chips, french fries, or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the hot dogs are not cooking evenly on the grill, move them around to a different spot on the grill.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the hot dogs until they are heated through to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
Hot dogs are a popular food in the United States, and Italian-style hot dogs are a regional specialty in New Jersey.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, cheesy, and slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the hot dogs with a side of potato chips or french fries and a cold beer or glass of red wine.
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Region: Italian