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Homestyle Mac and Cheese Dog
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Homestyle Mac and Cheese Dog
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Bun-Length Skinless Beef Franks - 8 PackKey IngredientBun-Length Skinless Beef Franks - 8 Pack
AboutCan’t choose between macaroni and cheese and hot dogs for dinner? Dig into the best of both worlds with this comfort food favorite.
let’s cookFollow the directions below, fire up the kitchen, and get cooking! For the love of meat.
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Homestyle Mac and Cheese Dog

Key IngredientProduct ImageBun-Length Skinless Beef Franks - 8 Pack
 
1 pkg(s) Nathan's Skinless Beef Franks
 
1 pkg(s) Nathan's hot dog buns
 
1 pkg(s) macaroni and cheese (boxed or homemade, recipe below)
 
toasted italian breadcrumbs

Homemade Mac and Cheese:

 
1 lb. elbow macaroni
 
1 1/2 cup(s) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
 
1/2 cup(s) shredded parmesan cheese
 
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
 
2 1/2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
 
3 cup(s) milk
 
salt
 
pepper
 
1/2 Tsp. smoked paprika
Bun-Length Skinless Beef Franks - 8 PackKey IngredientBun-Length Skinless Beef Franks - 8 Pack
Directions
1Love the classic, cheesy flavor of boxed mac and cheese? Go for it! Boxed, homemade, frozen - there's no wrong way to top your Nathan's with mac and cheese. Either way, start with the mac and cheese. Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain when complete. Return to pot and finish according to the box instructions. Going the homemade route? In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then whisk in the flour and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring until it thickens. Next, slowly add in the milk and whisk till smooth. Bring to a simmer. Simmer on medium to medium high until sauce starts to thicken, stirring constantly, approximately 3-5 minutes. Lower heat and stir in shredded cheeses. Continue to stir and cook on low until all cheese is melted. Season with salt, pepper and paprika. Return drained pasta to original pot, then slowly pour cheese sauce over and mix thoroughly. Keep warm on low before hot dog assembly.
2Cook your hot dogs your favorite way. We suggest pan-fried with butter!
3Toast the breadcrumbs. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread breadcrumbs in a shallow baking pan and bake in the middle of the oven, stirring occasionally, until golden, 10-15 minutes.
4Assemble your dog! Nestle dog into the bun, generously spoon macaroni and cheese over the entire dog, and finish with a sprinkling of breadcrumbs.
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