How to Roast Hot Dogs on a Campfire

Roasting Hot Dogs

When the weather turns warm, it's time to enjoy all things outdoors. From eating, to spending quality time with family and friends, sharing the simple things in life like gathering around a campfire and roasting hot hogs is something that not only tastes good it can actually create memories that will last for years. With proper techniques and the right supplies, you can easily roast your hot dog to plump perfection over your very own campfire.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Campfire.
• Chairs.
• Hot Dog Cooking Forks.
• Hot Dog Buns.
• Condiments.
• Napkins.
• Wet Wash Cloth.
• Fire Extinguisher or Garden hose.

Roasting your Hot Dogs.

1. A Fire Extinguisher Help Prevent a Disaster.

   Find a safe place to start a campfire, then get the fire going. Keep fire extinguishers close by at all times in case of an emergency.

2. Keep Chairs Back

   Gather your chairs around the campfire.

3. Keep Hot Dogs Cool

   Take the raw hot dogs out of the package and stick them on the hot dog cooking forks.

4. Keep the Flames Low and Hot

   Cook the hot dogs over the hot fire embers for about 8 minutes on each side, constantly turning the hot dogs to distribute heat evenly.

5. Remove the hot dogs from the campfire and let them cool for about three minutes.

6. Serve Hot Dogs Warm

   Once slightly cooled, remove the hot dogs from the hot dog cooking fork and place them in the buns.

7. Paper Towels Work for Cleanup

   Once you have removed the cooked hot dogs, wash and dry the hot dog forks so they are ready for the next use.

8. Popular Condiments

   Add your favorite condiments such as ketchup, mustard and relish.

9. Everyone will Leave Satisfied.

   Serve and enjoy.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your hot dogs, hot dog buns and condiments in a cooler until ready to eat, this will keep them fresh and ready.

• Wait about 30 minutes after you start your fire to begin roasting your hot dogs, this will allow the flames to die down and the fire will begin to create some hot, smoldering embers.

• Roast your hot dog over the hot embers to get a thorough cooking without burning the hot dogs.

• Holding your hot dog fork too close to the open flames will cause your hot dog to burn or get a thick black crust.

• Roast your hot dog over embers to create a smoked hot dog flavor.

• While enjoying your hot dog roast, tell stories about your favorite kind of hot dog and what you love most about this fun loving food!

• Encourage everyone to participate in roasting their own hot dogs, this will be a memorable experience for all who are involved.

• Never start a fire without making sure the conditions are safe for one, if the weather has been dry and the grass is brittle, do not have a campfire.

• Make sure to have a fire extinguisher and a garden hose nearby in case the fire gets out of control.

• Never leave a campfire unattended.

• Buy extra long forks to cook with to ensure safety and even cooking of the hot dog.

• Use caution when Children roast their own hot dogs.

• Make sure hot dogs are cooked thoroughly before serving.