Dixie Dog Delight

Ingredients

• 4 hot dog sausages 4 hot dog sausages
• 4 cornbread buns 4 cornbread buns
• 1 cup (235ml) shredded cabbage 1 cup (235ml) shredded cabbage
• 1/4 cup (60ml) mayonnaise 1/4 cup (60ml) mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon (15ml) apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon (5g) sugar 1 teaspoon (5g) sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) mustard 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) mustard
• 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Mustard, for serving Mustard, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 8g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the grill or stovetop grill pan.
2. 2.
   In a small bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and mustard to make the coleslaw.
3. 3.
   Grill the hot dog sausages until cooked through and slightly charred.
4. 4.
   Slice the cornbread buns lengthwise, but not all the way through.
5. 5.
   Place a grilled hot dog sausage in each bun.
6. 6.
   Top each hot dog with a generous amount of coleslaw.
7. 7.
   Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the coleslaw.
8. 8.
   Serve the Dixie Dogs with a side of mustard for dipping.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Cornbread buns — To enhance the flavor of the cornbread buns, you can brush them with melted butter and lightly toast them before assembling the Dixie Dogs.

Tips & Tricks

• For a smoky twist, grill the cornbread buns for a few seconds before assembling the Dixie Dogs.
• Experiment with different types of sausages, such as spicy or smoked, to add variety to the dish.
• If you prefer a sweeter coleslaw, add a tablespoon of honey to the dressing.
• Crumble some cornbread chips on top of the coleslaw for an extra crunch.
• Serve the Dixie Dogs with a side of pickles for a tangy contrast.

Serving advice

Serve the Dixie Dogs hot, alongside some crispy French fries or sweet potato fries. Add a dollop of mustard on the side for dipping.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, place the Dixie Dogs on a wooden serving board and garnish with a sprig of fresh parsley. Serve them individually wrapped in wax paper for a nostalgic touch.