The summer sun brings an abundance of outdoor activities and some of the best outdoor activities include charcoal and tongs.  We’ve got a wide selection of natural casing Old World sausages for you to toss on the grill.

A customer favorite, this time of year, are Nueske’s hefty Big Dogs.  These hot dogs are nearly 8” long, warranting them the impressive name.  They’re not only generous in size, but also in flavor.  Nueske’s Big Dogs are smoked over glowing embers of Applewood and blended with special seasonings, passed down from generation to generation of Nueske family members.  Just like all our smoked brats and wieners, Big Dogs also have a natural casing and are made from the highest quality pork and beef (no “variety meats”, here!).  Try Nueske’s Big Dogs on the grill or skillet; they’re fully cooked, so all you need to do it warm and serve.  Or try something new: Nueske’s Mexican “Corn” Dog recipe… it has everything that represents summer in Wisconsin… Big Dogs, fresh corn, cheese, and a touch of Serrano pepper heat, if you desire!   Check out the recipe, below:

Nueske’s Mexican “Corn” Dog
Recipe & Image by Kathryn Conrad

Nueske’s Mexican “Corn” Dog

Ingredients:

1 package Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Big Dogs

6 slices Nueske’s Bacon, any variety, cooked

1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

2 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) corn

1 Serrano pepper, seeded, deveined, and finely chopped

1/4 tsp. salt

2 Tbsp. mayonnaise

1 Tbsp. lime juice

1/4 tsp. black pepper

6 Telera rolls

6 Tbsp. crumbled Cotija or Queso Fresco cheese

thinly sliced serrano pepper, optional

Directions:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the corn and sauté 4 minutes or until heated through. Remove from heat; stir in Serrano pepper and salt. Let cool 5 minutes.

In a large bowl combine mayonnaise, lime juice, and pepper. Add cooled corn mixture and stir to combine.

Cook hot dogs according to package directions. Cut each hot dog crosswise into 3 pieces. Slice into the top of each roll; line each roll with 1 slice bacon, top with 3 pieces hot dog. Top with about 2 tablespoons corn mixture, 1 tablespoon cheese and additional sliced Serrano peppers, if desired. Serve with remaining corn mixture