Recipes — Hot Dog Burnt Ends Appetizer

When your budget looks skimpy, but you’re desperate for barbecue, these Hot Dog Burnt ends fill two functions. They don’t break the bank and they’re inexpensive to make. Sure, they’re not burnt ends in the traditional form. Nonetheless, they come out smoky, sticky, caramelized, and sweet and are the perfect bite, particularly as a snack or appetizer. Better still, the whole process takes about 90 minutes, rather than 12-18 hours for a brisket.  Hot Dog Choice If you want good-quality burnt ends, you want a decent brand of hot dogs. Some favorites include Hebrew National Beef Franks Red Snappers Nathans Uncured, grass-fed BarS...