Cheesy Hot Dog Potato Boats

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cheesy Hot Dog Potato Boats.

1. Step 1

   Start by placing your cubed potatoes in a large pot and covering them with salted water.

2. Step 2

   Bring the water to a vigorous boil over high heat, then lower the heat to medium-low.

3. Step 3

   Cover the pot and let the potatoes simmer until they’re tender, which should take about 20 minutes.

4. Step 4

   Once they’re cooked, drain the potatoes and allow them to steam dry for a minute or two—this helps achieve that perfect creamy texture.

5. Step 5

   While the potatoes are cooking, grab a saucepan and add your hot dogs, covering them with water.

6. Step 6

   Bring this to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low to keep them warm until the potatoes are ready.

7. Step 7

   Next, preheat your oven's broiler and adjust the oven rack so it’s about 6 inches from the heat source.

8. Step 8

   When your potatoes are nice and tender, return them to the pot and mash them up with warm milk, butter, salt, and pepper until they’re smooth and creamy—this is where the magic happens! Now, take each hot dog and slice it down the center, making sure to leave the two halves attached like a bun.

9. Step 9

   Stuff these hot dog boats with your delicious mashed potato mixture and arrange them in a baking dish.

10. Step 10

    To finish, place half a slice of cheese on top of each stuffed hot dog.

11. Step 11

    Pop the dish under the broiler in your preheated oven and watch as the cheese melts and bubbles to perfection, which should take about a minute.

12. Step 12

    Enjoy your delightful creation that’s sure to impress family and friends!.