I have been harboring a secret for a few weeks now. I have been craving a hot dog. Badly. I tried the vegetarian hot dogs and sadly, I took one bite and they ended up in the trash. Unfortunately the thought of hot dogs is a tad bit disgusting. Let’s just leave it at that.
Evan saved the day though – I didn’t realize there were non icky hot dogs out there. Matt and I took a trip to Whole Foods today to stock up on a few items (lots of beans and tomato sauce) and we purchased a package of Applegate Farms Organic Hot Dogs.
I had my hot dog on an Arnolds Whole Wheat Fill Ems. For a vegetable, I made Kath’s Summer Squash Gratin. This used up two summer squashes and two zucchinis plus a tomato from the CSA this week. BONUS. I love when I find a recipe that makes use of a good chunk of the share.
Kath made the recipe by grilling her vegetables but I used the broiler. Also, I didn’t salt the tomatoes – I just sliced them and left the slices in an old dish towel to dry out a little.
This hot dog was worth the trip to Whole Foods. It was delicious and completely satisfied my craving – without any gross thoughts. Matt even loved these hot dogs.
The vegetable gratin was 3/4 gone when I put it away – that is a lot of vegetables consumed. I used a combination of cheddar and parmesan cheeses and it was excellent. If you are looking for a great recipe to use your summer veggies – I highly recommend this one.
A trip to the Farmers Market is in my future tomorrow morning – plus breakfast out!
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interesting about the hot dog! never had one like that.
I am happy you can enjoy your cravings guilt free!!
It’s ok to admit you crave hot dogs. I sometimes do too! I always get them when we go to baseball or football games. Without fail. I actually don’t mind the veggie dogs either….as long as I have some good condiments and a whole grain bun to go with it!
Thanks for the squash recipe link. I need a recipe for the squash we are growing in our backyard!
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