Italian-Style Corn Dogs
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

A twist on the popular hot dog version, spicy Italian sausage links are deep fried in a cornmeal and Romano cheese batter. Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.


Italian-Style Corn Dogs


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Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 33 mins
Servings: Makes 12 corn dogs.
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Ingredients
 
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  • 12    uncooked Italian sausage linksOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  waterOn Sale
  •     Peanut oilOn Sale
  • 1-1/2  cups  yellow cornmealOn Sale
  • 1  cup  all-purpose flourOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  grated Romano or Parmesan cheeseOn Sale
  • 2  teaspoons  baking powderOn Sale
  • 1  teaspoon  saltOn Sale
  • 2    eggs, beatenOn Sale
  • 1-1/4  cups  half-and-half or light creamOn Sale
  • 12  10 x 1/4-inch  wooden skewers or dowelsOn Sale
  •     Warm marinara sauce (optional)On Sale
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Directions
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To cook Italian sausages, use the tines of a fork to prick several holes in each sausage link. In a large skillet cook sausage links over medium heat about 5 minutes or until brown, turning frequently. Carefully add water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 5 minutes. Uncover and cook, turning frequently, until liquid evaporates and sausages are done (160 degrees F). Drain on paper towels.
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Preheat oil to 375 degrees F. For batter, in a large bowl combine cornmeal, flour, Romano cheese, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in center of cornmeal mixture. In a medium bowl combine eggs and half-and-half. Add egg mixture to cornmeal mixture. Stir just until moistened.
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Insert a wooden skewer into one end of each sausage link. Dip sausage links into batter, using a spoon to coat all sides evenly.
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Fry corn dogs, three at a time, about 3 minutes or until golden. Do not crowd. Be cautious of splattering oil. Maintain oil temperature around 375 degrees F. Remove corn dogs from hot oil; drain on wire racks. If desired, serve with marinara sauce. Makes 12 corn dogs.
Nutrition information
Calories 539, Total Fat 36 g, Saturated Fat 14 g, Monounsaturated Fat 18 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 928 mg, Carbohydrate 23 g, Total Sugar 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 2%, Calcium 11%, Iron 9%. Exchanges: Starch 1.5, High-Fat Meat 2.5, Fat 3.5. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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How to Cook Italian Sausage
Italian sausage comes in countless varieties, including familiar types like pepperoni and salami; the kind of sausage most people refer to when they speak of how to cook Italian sausage is "sweet Italian," "spicy Italian" or "hot Italian" (the latter two are typically the same), and it's found in the pork section of the supermarket. Typically made with pork, peppers and Italian seasonings, Italian sausage is most commonly used in pasta dishes or as a topping for pizza, but it can be the centerpiece of many other dishes as well.

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