Corn Dogs and 'Taters

Crunchy, classic, and oh-so-yummy, these Corn Dogs and 'Taters are superb and definitely worth of a hearty "Ooh it's so good!"

Serves: 8

Preparation Time: 12 min

Cooking Time: 4 min

Ingredients

• 16 (8-inch) rounded wooden sticks
• 8 frankfurters
• 2 baking potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 1-pound)
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Peanut oil

Instructions

1. Insert a stick into each frankfurter, leaving about a 3-inch handle; set aside. Thread potatoes onto remaining sticks.
    
2. Whisk together flour and next 5 ingredients; pour into a tall glass.
    
3. Pour peanut oil into a large skillet to a depth of 1-1/2 inches; heat to 350 degrees.
    
4. Dip frankfurters in batter, covering well. Fry frankfurters and potatoes, in batches, 4 to 5 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with mustard and ketchup, if desired.

Notes

If you're crunched for time, substitute an 8-ounce package of hush puppy mix and 3/4 cup milk or an 8-1/2 ounce package corn muffin mix, 1 egg, and 1/3 cup milk for the batter mixture. Whatever your choice, you'll have a surefire winner for your gang!