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"Gourmet mac and cheese hot dog with unique toppings"

Name: Mac and Cheese Hot Dog Bar

Summary: A fun, build-your-own party station featuring juicy hot dogs, creamy mac and cheese, and an exciting variety of savory, spicy, and crunchy toppings. Perfect for casual gatherings, kids’ parties, and summer cookouts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients Base Recipe for 12 servings:
  • 24 hot dogs all-beef or preferred variety
  • 24 hot dog buns brioche, potato, or standard
  • 8 cups prepared mac and cheese boxed or homemade
  • Suggested Toppings:
  • 1 cup crispy bacon bits
  • 1 cup fried onions
  • 1 cup pickled jalapeños
  • 1 cup chili meaty or vegetarian
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup BBQ pulled pork optional
  • ½ cup green onions chopped
  • ½ cup crushed chips or breadcrumbs
  • Condiments: ketchup mustard, ranch, hot sauce

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Slow cooker or Crockpot (for mac and cheese)
  • Large pot or grill (for hot dogs)
  • Tongs and ladles
  • Serving trays or bowls for toppings
  • Small spoons or mini tongs for toppings
  • Disposable plates, napkins, and utensils
  • Labels or mini chalkboards for toppings (optional)

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Cook hot dogs: Boil, grill, or roast your hot dogs until fully heated. Keep them warm in a slow cooker with a bit of water or wrapped in foil.
  3. Prepare mac and cheese: Use boxed or homemade. Keep it warm in a slow cooker; stir occasionally.
  4. Set up the bar: On a long table, place buns first, followed by hot dogs, then mac and cheese, and finally toppings arranged in small bowls.
  5. Label and layout: Use small signs to label each topping. Provide napkins and utensils at the end of the line.
  6. Serve: Let guests assemble their own hot dog creations by layering mac and cheese on the hot dog, then adding their favorite toppings.

Notes

Notes:
You can prep the toppings the day before to save time.
Add vegetarian or vegan hot dog and cheese alternatives for dietary needs.
Toast buns lightly to prevent sogginess from mac and cheese.
Offer a variety of topping levels—mild to spicy—for different palates.