Shelly's Recipe

CHEESE-STUFFED HOT DOGS WITH SPICY ONIONS - Rachael Ray

Category: Sandwiches

4 franks
2 tbsp grill seasoning
2 deli slices sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 small onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp finely chopped chipotle chile in adobo sauce, plus 1 tsp adobo sauce
Salt
2 tbsp butter, melted
4 hot dog buns

Preheat the broiler. Make a slit lengthwise down each frank, being careful not to cut all the way through. Place the grill seasoning and franks in a plastic bag; shake to coat. Place the franks on a baking sheet and stuff each with 2 or 3 strips of cheese.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook until softened and golden, 12 to 15 minutes. Add the brown sugar, chipotle, adobo sauce and 1/2 tsp salt and cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes.

Butter the insides of the buns and place face up on the baking sheet with the franks. Broil until the cheese melts and the buns are toasted, 3 to 5 minutes. Assemble the hot dogs and top with the caramelized onions.
Serves 4.