Franks in Foil

Elevate your next cookout or family meal with 'Franks in Foil,' a fun and flavorful twist on classic hot dogs that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. This recipe combines juicy hot dogs, soft buns, and melty cheddar cheese, all topped with tangy ketchup, zesty mustard, and a sprinkle of diced onions for a burst of savory goodness. Wrapped in aluminum foil and baked or grilled to perfection, these customizable, mess-free foil packets are perfect for busy weeknights, camping trips, or BBQ parties. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking time, this simple yet indulgent dish is ready to serve in no time—ideal for when you need a quick, crowd-pleasing main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 Hot dogs
4 Hot dog buns
1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
0.25 cup Ketchup
2 tablespoons Mustard
0.5 cup Diced white onion
4 sheets Aluminum foil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat up your outdoor grill to medium heat.

Step 2

Prepare 4 sheets of aluminum foil, each large enough to wrap a hot dog and bun completely.

Step 3

Place a hot dog bun in the center of each foil sheet.

Step 4

Add 1 hot dog to each bun.

Step 5

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the hot dogs.

Step 6

Drizzle ketchup and mustard on top of each hot dog as desired.

Step 7

Top with diced onion for added flavor.

Step 8

Wrap each foil sheet tightly around the hot dog and bun to create a sealed packet.

Step 9

Place the foil packets on a baking sheet if using an oven, or directly on the grates if using a grill.

Step 10

Bake or grill for 18-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the hot dog is heated through.

Step 11

Carefully open the foil packets (watch out for steam!) and serve hot.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(682.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1624.4

Total Fat 80.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 228.4mg	0%
Sodium 4232.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.1g
Protein 70.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1234.6mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 442.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 38.3%