50-Garlic-Clove Crusted Cheese Dogs

Ingredients

• 50 garlic cloves (peeled; use small to medium cloves for an even crust)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
• 4 beef hot dogs (or another preferred type of hot dog)
• 8 oz mozzarella cheese (cut into sticks or thick slices so it can be placed alongside the hot dogs)
• 4 hot dog buns
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for the garlic pan, if needed)

Steps

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

2. 2

   Place the peeled garlic cloves in a small bowl. Add the melted butter, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper, and toss until every clove is evenly coated.

3. 3

   Arrange the garlic cloves in a compact layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for about 15–20 minutes, turning once, until the cloves are tender, lightly golden, and fragrant. Watch closely near the end so the garlic does not burn.

4. 4

   While the garlic roasts, heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the hot dogs, turning regularly, until browned on the outside and heated through, about 5–7 minutes.

5. 5

   Open the buns without splitting them completely. Place a hot dog and a portion of the mozzarella in each bun.

6. 6

   Arrange the roasted garlic cloves around and over the hot dogs, pressing them gently into the melted cheese so they form a garlic crust.

7. 7

   Return the assembled cheese dogs to the baking sheet and bake for 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and the buns are lightly toasted.

8. 8

   Serve immediately while hot. Spoon any remaining garlic butter from the baking sheet over the buns before serving.

Notes

The caption identifies the dish as a “50 garlic clove crusted cheese dog” but does not provide quantities or instructions; the ingredient list and method above are therefore estimates rather than a verified extraction. Serve with mustard, ketchup, or another hot-dog condiment if desired.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• snack
• game-day
• American
• hot dog
• cheesy
• garlic
• oven-baked