Jul 13 2026
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Hot Dog Or Grilled Cheese With Tots Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Make Hot Dog Or Grilled Cheese With Tots Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Hot Dog

Grilled Cheese

Tater Tots

Method

Hot Dog Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Hot Dogs

    Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat. Place the hot dogs on the grill and cook them for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until they are heated through and have grill marks.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Buns

    While the hot dogs are cooking, lightly toast the hot dog buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes, just until they are warm and slightly charred.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Hot Dogs

    Place each hot dog in a toasted bun. Top with ketchup, mustard, and relish as desired.

Grilled Cheese Preparation

  1. 4

    Butter the Bread

    Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of bread.

  2. 5

    Assemble the Sandwiches

    On a skillet over medium heat, place one slice of bread butter side down. Layer 2 slices of cheese on top of the bread, then place another slice of bread on top, butter side up.

  3. 6

    Cook the Sandwich

    Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat for the remaining sandwiches.

Tater Tots Preparation

  1. 7

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 8

    Prepare the Tater Tots

    Spread the frozen tater tots on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  3. 9

    Bake the Tater Tots

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.

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