Corn Dog Casserole

Recipe View 5 mins 1. Prepare the Foundation: Gather all ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins 2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté celery and green onions until softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.

Recipe View 5 mins 3. Brown the Hot Dogs: Slice hot dogs lengthwise into quarters, then cut into thirds. In the same skillet, sauté hot dogs until lightly browned, approximately 5 minutes. This adds a depth of flavor to the casserole.

Recipe View 5 mins 4. Combine and Reserve: Add the browned hot dogs to the celery and onion mixture. Mix well. Reserve 1 cup of this mixture for topping. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Recipe View 3 mins 5. Create the Batter: In a separate large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sage, and black pepper. Add all but the reserved 1 cup of the hot dog mixture. Stir in the corn bread mix and 1 1/2 cups of shredded Cheddar cheese. Combine thoroughly to form a cohesive batter.

Recipe View 2 mins 6. Assemble the Casserole: Spread the cornbread mixture evenly into a shallow 3-quart baking dish. Top with the reserved 1 cup of hot dog mixture and the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese.

Recipe View 30 mins 7. Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and the cornbread is cooked through.