Cheddar Dogs with Cider-Braised Leeks and Apples

Cheddar Dogs with Cider-Braised Leeks and Apples
Cheddar Dogs with Cider-Braised Leeks and Apples
Leeks and apples simmered in cider add a hint of sweetness—a nice contrast to the sharp melted cheddar. If you can find oblong pretzel rolls at your market, they'll make an ideal accompaniment to these English-style hot dogs.
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  • Served Person: Makes 6
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  • 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
  • dijon mustard
  • coarse kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
  • 6 grilled all-beef hot dogs
  • pinch of ground allspice
  • Carbohydrate 17 g(6%)
  • Cholesterol 42 mg(14%)
  • Fat 20 g(31%)
  • Fiber 2 g(7%)
  • Protein 9 g(19%)
  • Saturated Fat 9 g(46%)
  • Sodium 523 mg(22%)
  • Calories 322

Preparation Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and apple. Cover; cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Mix in caraway and allspice; season with coarse salt and pepper. Add hard cider; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, uncovered, until most of liquid is cooked away, about 16 minutes. Arrange buns or rolls on plates. Spread each with mustard, then top with grilled hot dogs. Sprinkle dogs with cheese and top with leek mixture.

Preparation Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and apple. Cover; cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Mix in caraway and allspice; season with coarse salt and pepper. Add hard cider; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, uncovered, until most of liquid is cooked away, about 16 minutes. Arrange buns or rolls on plates. Spread each with mustard, then top with grilled hot dogs. Sprinkle dogs with cheese and top with leek mixture.