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Cheddar Stuffed Franks In Buns

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These Cheddar Stuffed Franks are the ultimate game-day or backyard barbecue indulgence. Each deli-style frankfurter is slit open and generously filled with a tangy mixture of sweet pickle relish and prepared mustard, plus a thick strip of medium-sharp cheddar cheese. The real magic happens when each stuffed hot dog is tightly wrapped in a slice of bacon. Broiled until the bacon is crisp and golden, the result is a smoky, salty, and cheesy masterpiece. Served in buttered, toasted buns, these franks offer a satisfying crunch from the bacon, a gooey melt from the cheese, and the classic snap of the sausage. They are perfect for feeding a crowd or treating yourself to a hearty, flavorful meal that feels both nostalgic and luxurious.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 3801.4
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
These Cheddar Stuffed Franks are the ultimate game-day or backyard barbecue indulgence. Each deli-style frankfurter is slit open and generously filled with a tangy mixture of sweet pickle relish and prepared mustard, plus a thick strip of medium-sharp cheddar cheese. The real magic happens when each stuffed hot dog is tightly wrapped in a slice of bacon. Broiled until the bacon is crisp and golden, the result is a smoky, salty, and cheesy masterpiece. Served in buttered, toasted buns, these franks offer a satisfying crunch from the bacon, a gooey melt from the cheese, and the classic snap of the sausage. They are perfect for feeding a crowd or treating yourself to a hearty, flavorful meal that feels both nostalgic and luxurious.
Ingredients
  • 12 ea Frankfurters; deli style
  • 1/2 cup Sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard; prepared
  • 3/4 pound Cheddar; medium sharp
  • 12 ea Bacon; slices
  • 12 ea Buns; buttered & toasted
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven broiler to high.
  2. 2
    Using a sharp knife, carefully slit each frankfurter lengthwise almost all the way through, creating a pocket without cutting all the way across.
  3. 3
    In a small bowl, combine the sweet pickle relish and prepared mustard, mixing well until uniform.
  4. 4
    Cut the cheddar cheese into 12 strips, each measuring approximately 4 1/2 inches by 1/2 inch.
  5. 5
    Stuff each frankfurter pocket with one strip of cheddar cheese and about 2 teaspoons of the relish-mustard mixture.
  6. 6
    In a skillet over medium heat, pan-broil the bacon slices until they are partially cooked but still pliable enough to wrap.
  7. 7
    Remove bacon from heat and drain on paper towels.
  8. 8
    Take one slice of partially cooked bacon and start wrapping it tightly around one end of a stuffed frankfurter, spiraling down to the other end.
  9. 9
    Secure both ends of the bacon wrap with wooden toothpicks or picks to keep it in place during cooking. Repeat for all franks.
  10. 10
    Arrange the bacon-wrapped frankfurters on a broiler rack or a wire rack set over a baking sheet, ensuring the tops are about 3 inches below the heat source.
  11. 11
    Broil for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the bacon is crisp and browned.
  12. 12
    Serve the hot franks immediately in the buttered and toasted buns.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3801.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 369.1g568%
Saturated Fat 195.0g975%
Cholesterol 783.0mg261%
Sodium 7102.6mg296%
Total Carbohydrate 10.7g4%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g4%
Sugars 3.1g
Protein 114.3g229%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: bacon, barbecue, buns, cheddar, cheese, comfort food, frankfurters, game day, grilling, hot dogs, mustard, picnic, relish, snack, stuffed
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