July is National Hot Dog Day!
History of the Hot Dog... People often ask - why are hot dogs such an enduring symbol of American culture? Hot dogs are uniquely American for several reasons. America has long been called the "melting pot." It is a nation where immigrants from around the world brought their cultures and blended them with others to create a uniquely American culture.
The culture that grew out of this unique blend is a culture known for its fierce independence. Hot dogs are a case in point. Sausage makers from Vienna, Austria (where the term "wiener" originates) and Frankfurt, Germany (where the name "frankfurter" was created) are credited with bringing their unique concoctions to the United States. But it was Americans who popularized the hot dog on a bun and it was local cities and regions that created their own personal "dogs" featuring unique toppings - like the Chicago Dog, the Kansas City Dog and the Corn Dog.
Hot dogs also are uniquely American because they are as creative and original as their makers. Ask people how they like their hot dogs, and they won't hesitate to tell you clearly and emphatically. It might be plain; it might be with mustard and onions; it might be a Chili Dog. Whatever the case, everyone has an opinion about the "best" hot dog. 
Enter our Hot Dog Contest!!!
Gayle's invites you to send us the recipe for your favorite Hot Dog (We especially like recipes that includes Gayle's BBQ Sauce!) All entries must be received by August 27, 2010. We will select our favorite recipe and announce the winner on September 1, 2010.
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Lil Gayle's Recipe Corner...
Ben's Infamous BBQ Beef Sandwich
Ingredients: Roast Beef Gayle's Sweet 'N' Sassy Original BBQ Sauce French Roll Cheddar Cheese · 1/4 to 1/3 lbs slow cooked medium rare Roast Beef - Sliced medium thin · Marinate the beef in ½ cup of warmed Gayle's Original BBQ Sauce until completely covered and saturated. · Place the BBQ Beef into a hinge cut French roll, covering the role evenly. Squeeze both sides together so the roll has a light coating of the sauce. · Place two slices of Cheddar cheese on top of the meat · Place sandwich in toaster oven or microwave for45 sec. or until cheese is melted. Beware not to overheat or the bun will be ruined.
Recipe variations: add thin sliced onions, peppers, mushrooms, or hot pepper jack cheese. |
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