Maine Hot Dogs

Onion sauce is inspired by that of Flo's Famous Steamed Dogs, although it cannot be duplicated.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• Onion Sauce

• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons butter
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 1⁄3 cup  k.c. original barbecue sauce
• 1⁄8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1  tablespoon water

• Assembly

•  beef-and-pork  hot dog (steamed or grilled)
•  hog dog  bun (steamed or toasted)
•  mayonnaise
•  mustard
•  chopped onion
•  celery salt

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and add onion.
2. Decrease heat and saute, stirring occasionally, about 20-24 minutes, or until onion is soft and translucent.
3. Stir in barbecue sauce, red pepper flakes, and water.
4. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
5. Assembly--place hot dogs in warm buns and add Onion Sauce, mayonnaise, mustard, chopped onion, and a sprinkling of celery salt.
6. Serve immediately.