Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote, in her books, about the family dog, named Jack. Jack was a Brindle Bulldog. He was the family dog as long as Laura could remember. She felt very close to Jack. He protected her family and was a good, loyal companion, especially to her. He walked under their covered wagon, mile after mile, as they moved from one place to another. Laura wrote a story about the end of Jack's life, in "By the Shores of Silver Lake". According to the story, Laura was leaving on a train and had to say goodbye to Jack. She spent the afternoon caring for him and telling him, "Good dog, Jack." It was to be the last time she would see him. This was a very sad time for her and all her readers, as they followed along with this story! In Jack's honor I am posting this recipe during "Grilled Cheese Month".
Farmer Boy "Good dog, Jack"
Ingredients: (for each sandwich)
- 1 large hot dog, cooked and split to fit the bread
- 2 slices of bread
- 2 slices of Pepper Jack Cheese
- melted butter
Directions: Place one slice of cheese on a slice of bread. Place the split hot dog on top of that. Cover with the other slice of cheese and then the other slice of bread. Brush the top with melted butter. Place the sandwich upside down on a griddle or skillet, over medium heat. As it cooks, brush the top with butter. When lightly browned, turn it over and cook the second side. Serve warm.
If you make this and enjoy it, please leave a comment here. Thanks.
The Old Man in the Bib Overalls
I never thought of making a grilled cheese with hot dog. I wonder if my husband would go for it!
ReplyDelete~Laura