The Fourth of July, also called Independence Day, is an American holiday celebrating the adoption by Congress of the Declaration of Independence—which happened (no surprise!) on July 4, 1776. The Declaration of Independence stated that the American colonies were no longer under British rule; they were now independent states.
Today we celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, parades, and barbecues, where we serve classic “American” foods such as hot dogs, burgers, and potato salad. Instead of simply grilling your dogs and slapping them on a bun this year, grab the kids and try this baking method that results in a big bite that one of our young recipe testers couldn’t have loved more, saying, “It’s like a piggy in a blanket, but Hulk-size!”
Firecracker Hot Dogs
Serves 8- Vegetable oil spray
- 8 hot dogs
- 1 can biscuit dough
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Fork
- Small bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- 8 wooden skewers
- Ruler
- Chef’s knife (or bench scraper)
- Pastry brush
