Hot Dog, Eggs, and Cheese

Hot Dogs, Eggs, and Cheese = Mmmm

Sure, you can make a hot dog for dinner--put one in a bun and microwave it--but this is so much better. And, you can make enough to have it again the next night.

A good ratio is 4 hot dogs and 2 eggs, and about a half of a block of cheese. You hard boil the eggs: Put eggs in pan, cover with cold water, put on stove, cover with lid, and heat till the water starts to boil. Now, remove from heat and set the time for 23 minutes. Let the eggs sit in the hot water until the timer goes off. Immediately remove them from the water and rinse in cold water. Peel off the shells. (Let me know if you need tips on doing this effectively.)

While the eggs are cooking, cut each hot dog in half lengthwise and then into slices. Place in bowl. Cut cheese into cubes and add to bowl. When the eggs are peeled, slice in an egg slicer, turn 90 degrees, and slice again. Add to bowl.

Now you add the ketchup and mayonnaise. Start with two Tablespoons of mayo and a big tablespoon of ketchup. Add more as needed.

Spoon this into hot dog buns and place on plate in microwave. Heat on high, about 30 minutes per bun. You'll easily have enough for 3 one night and 3 the next.

Leftover ingredients: 4 hot dogs--you'll want to make this again in two weeks, or have hot dogs on the grill. Eggs--these last longer than the date on the carton. Still, if you're worried about not using 12 eggs in 2 months, buy the small carton of 6 or 8, or plan a couple of omelet dinner nights. Ketchup and mayo aren't leftovers--they're staples! Leftover hot dog buns will keep in your freezer.