What of your favorite hot dogs is one of the “unhealthy” options listed above? If any of your go-to dogs made the “steer clear” list, it doesn’t mean you have to ghost them.

Hot dogs are typically a once-in-a-while ... It’s sometimes called “white slime.” Any mechanically-separated meat must be specifically declared on the ingredients label, experts told USA ...

Hotdogs topped with cheddar and sautéed apples, BLT hot dogs, and bacon-wrapped hot dogs with avocado; for these and more ways to dress up your dogs, check out our Food & Wine guide to hotdogs.

While oftentimes you’re right to be wary of the ingredients in hot dogs, there are brands dedicated to using only real meat — no nitrates, no fillers, no artificial extras. Here are six brands ...