Name: Cheddar Dogs with Cider-Braised Leeks and Apples
Yield: Makes 6
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter; 2 cups (generous) thinly sliced leeks (white and pale green parts only); 1 apple, peeled, cored, diced; 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds; Pinch of ground allspice; Coarse kosher salt; 1 1/2 cups hard apple cider or 1 1/4 cups apple cider and 1/4 cup bourbon; 6 grilled hot dog buns or brioche-style oblong rolls; Dijon mustard; 6 grilled all-beef hot dogs; 2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely grated (1/2 cup packed)

Cheddar Dogs with Cider-Braised Leeks and ApplesKenji Toma

Leeks and apples simmered in cider add a hint of sweetness—a nice contrast to the sharp melted cheddar. If you can find oblong pretzel rolls at your market, they'll make an ideal accompaniment to these English-style hot dogs.

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