If you’re new to split-top / New England hot dog buns, the photos here tell you everything you need to know, that it the superior bun style
Choose your hot dog adventure, go with the classics or get funky, it’s going to be great
Stovetop
the quickest and most buttery
Gently boil hot dogs in water or beer for 2-3 minutes. Melt butter in non-stick pan and toast buns on each side until golden brown
Oven
good for winter, or you just need tots
Get the tots going. Towards the end, with 5-10 minutes to go, add the hot dogs and butter-coated buns, ideally with the buns on another sheet pan on a higher shelf. Flip buns and hot dogs to cook evenly
Grill
toast on both sides when hot dogs are done
