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I might be a redneck

mEGG_My_Day
mEGG_My_Day Posts: 1,661
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My wife accused me of being a redneck when I suggested this meal.  But She ended up eating like it was the last supper.  Sometimes we overthink things and a simple meal is awesome.  Inspired by a recent post by @gmac (without the family drama) I started a small fire in my new fire pit.

Then I proceeded to get some of my famous secret hot dog chili going on the small BGE.
Then the wife and I proceeded to roast a few hot dogs.


Then I plated - one chili dog, one slaw dog (to cleanse the palette), tater tots and a spicy homemade remaulade sauce.  Served with Pinot Grigio (because it was hot, and I wanted something cold).

All was very tasty - the dog also approved.And for those wanting my secret hot dog chili recipe, here it is.


Memphis, TN 

LBGE, 2 SBGE, Hasty-Bake Gourmet
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  • gmac
    gmac Posts: 1,814
    Very nice. 
    Mt Elgin Ontario - just a Large.
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  • distanceman
    distanceman Posts: 138
    Woah. I was skeptical until I saw the Varsity Chili in a can. Had no idea I could buy that! My wife won't touch the Varsity with a 10' pole...too greasy. LOL. Well done. 
    Located Middle GA

    Current: XL w/ Woo & 17" Half Moon Plates, SMOBOT

    RIP: Weber 22" Kettle, Slow 'n Sear, Akorn Jr., Pit Barrel Cooker
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  • Theophan
    Theophan Posts: 2,656
    I can't say the slaw dog appeals to me a lot, but I admit I've never tried one.  Otherwise, it all looks WONDERFUL!

    Never had a hot dog at the Varsity, so I don't know what their chili is like.  I've copied down a couple recipes that claim to have cloned it pretty well.  Have you tried any of them?
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  • DoubleEgger
    DoubleEgger Posts: 19,175
    Redneck? If you were egging squirrel or opossum, then yes. Hotdogs... no. 
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  • Brason
    Brason Posts: 330
    Slaw Dogs are my favorite! Well Played
    Cheers,

    Jason

    Orange County- CA
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  • mEGG_My_Day
    mEGG_My_Day Posts: 1,661
    edited May 2018
    Theophan said:
    I can't say the slaw dog appeals to me a lot, but I admit I've never tried one.  Otherwise, it all looks WONDERFUL!

    Never had a hot dog at the Varsity, so I don't know what their chili is like.  I've copied down a couple recipes that claim to have cloned it pretty well.  Have you tried any of them?
    No  - I have no recipes - I went to college a block away from the 'V'.  I'll enjoy some of that chili every once in a while - but not something I care for often. OD'd on it while in school,  but this was a fun meal -  brought back great memories from when my wife and I first dated in 1984 at Ga Tech

     BTW - still in love and married to that woman after all these years 

    Memphis, TN 

    LBGE, 2 SBGE, Hasty-Bake Gourmet
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  • mEGG_My_Day
    mEGG_My_Day Posts: 1,661
    edited May 2018
    Focker said:
    Redneck?
    If anything, the garnished tots and pinot take the snobbery to another class my friend.  Hold that nose high my friend, it looks good.  ;)  
    Thanks my friend .  I just did the garnish for the pic  ( but for the record, the parsley did come from my garden) egg on all,!
    Memphis, TN 

    LBGE, 2 SBGE, Hasty-Bake Gourmet
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  • Markarm4119
    Markarm4119 Posts: 526
    Looks good , as for the Varsity chili, hell yes ! Eating Varsity food is sometimes referred to as  " a coke and an oil change" !
    LBGE, and just enough knowledge and gadgets to be dangerous .
    Buford,Ga.
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  • 500
    500 Posts: 3,184
    Yes, that’s redneck alright. Anyone with class knows that a Shiraz or Zinfandel pairs with a chili dog and a dry rose’ pairs with a slaw dog. 
    I like my butt rubbed and my pork pulled.
    Member since 2009
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,387
    Great job.  I wouldn't turn that down!
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP PitBoss Navigator 850G 11/25
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • gamason
    gamason Posts: 406
    distanceman said:
    Woah. I was skeptical until I saw the Varsity Chili in a can. Had no idea I could buy that! My wife won't touch the Varsity with a 10' pole...too greasy. LOL. Well done. 

    I would trade her in for sure. No need for that kind of negativity in your life!

    Snellville,Ga.

    LBGE

    Minimax

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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    THWG
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  • JohnInCarolina
    JohnInCarolina Posts: 34,737
    DoubleEgger said:
    Redneck? If you were egging squirrel or opossum, then yes. Hotdogs... no. 
    I think you mean tree rats.  Tree rats and fancy wine is redneck.
    "I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike

    "The truth is, these are not very bright guys, and things got out of hand." - Deep Throat
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  • Dobie
    Dobie Posts: 3,458
    I think he just called all of us rednecks  ;)
    Jacksonville FL
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  • AintEZbeingme
    AintEZbeingme Posts: 177
    +1 on  the center split buns
    STAY THIRSTY MY FRIENDS!
    GIVE ME OYSTERS AND BEER FOR DINNER EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR
     & I'LL FEEL FINE!

    SW Georgia :  LARGE & MINI BGE


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  • northGAcock
    northGAcock Posts: 15,173
    Had me going on the chili.....You sir had a great evening.
    Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax

    Well, I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life,
    Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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  • Carolina Q
    Carolina Q Posts: 14,831
    edited May 2018
    So, did the chili taste like you remember it? Just as greasy?

    EDIT: I just checked the varsity web site and a can of this stuff is only $4.19. Unless you want it shipped to CT! UPS Ground, $14... 2nd Day, $25... Next Day, $62!! I've made Chuck Lane's copycat recipe before (as posted by @RRP) and it's pretty good. I also have Pink's recipe (equally legendary in LA). Also good, actually better IMO. Think I'll stick with those!

    I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

    Michael 
    Central Connecticut 

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  • mEGG_My_Day
    mEGG_My_Day Posts: 1,661
    Carolina Q said:
    So, did the chili taste like you remember it? Just as greasy?

    EDIT: I just checked the varsity web site and a can of this stuff is only $4.19. Unless you want it shipped to CT! UPS Ground, $14... 2nd Day, $25... Next Day, $62!! I've made Chuck Lane's copycat recipe before (as posted by @RRP) and it's pretty good. I also have Pink's recipe (equally legendary in LA). Also good, actually better IMO. Think I'll stick with those!
    Yes - it tastes just as greasy as the stuff at the V. :s:s:s:s  I don't think it is worth the shipping cost.  I purchased a few cans last time I was in Atlanta.  
    Memphis, TN 

    LBGE, 2 SBGE, Hasty-Bake Gourmet
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  • Foghorn
    Foghorn Posts: 10,227
    That's not redneck.  That's campfire gourmet.

    XXL BGE, Karebecue, Klose BYC, Chargiller Akorn Kamado, Weber Smokey Mountain, Grand Turbo gasser, Weber Smoky Joe, and the wheelbarrow that my grandfather used to cook steaks from his cattle

    San Antonio, TX

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  • Spaightlabs
    Spaightlabs Posts: 2,349
    Last year's redneck is this year's hipster.  
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  • pgprescott
    pgprescott Posts: 14,544
    Don’t look like no redneck digs I ever seen. Quite nice!
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  • onedbguru
    onedbguru Posts: 1,648
    okay, so the best dog is:
    dog
    mustard
    onions
    chili
    coleslaw (creamy style) or grated sharp cheddar cheese 

    Never coleslaw and cheddar cheese together. 

    I do like a dog with mustard, onion and chopped fresh tomatoes 


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  • Focker
    Focker Posts: 8,364
    edited May 2018
    Swap the Pinot for Boone's Farm, or better yet some "homemade wine".  Chop up some herbs from the yard, that would be classified as "redneck".
    https://youtu.be/3cQNkIrg-Tk
    Brandon
    Quad Cities
    "If yer gonna denigrate, familiarity with the subject is helpful."

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  • pgprescott
    pgprescott Posts: 14,544
    Focker said:
    Swap the Pinot for Boone's Farm, chop up some herbs from the yard, that would be classified as "redneck".
    Old truck rim in lieu of classy fire bowl. 
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  • reinhart36
    reinhart36 Posts: 253
    Tater tots are one of my favorite foods.  Somehow I didn't realize until about a year ago, and now I ask my wife if we can have them with about every other meal.

    I think it looks like a great meal!
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  • mEGG_My_Day
    mEGG_My_Day Posts: 1,661
    Focker said:
    Swap the Pinot for Boone's Farm, or better yet some "homemade wine".  Chop up some herbs from the yard, that would be classified as "redneck".
    https://youtu.be/3cQNkIrg-Tk
    Thanks for the post - Great song
    Memphis, TN 

    LBGE, 2 SBGE, Hasty-Bake Gourmet
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  • mEGG_My_Day
    mEGG_My_Day Posts: 1,661
    reinhart36 said:
    Tater tots are one of my favorite foods.  Somehow I didn't realize until about a year ago, and now I ask my wife if we can have them with about every other meal.

    I think it looks like a great meal!
    Agreed - tots are awesome - these were my wife’s addition to the meal.  The funny thing is that she went to Cordon Bleu in London many years ago.  She can cook great potato’s, eggs and calf brain. But damn, don’t let her near a chicken, pork or steak - she must have been hung over during those classes.
    Memphis, TN 

    LBGE, 2 SBGE, Hasty-Bake Gourmet
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  • 500
    500 Posts: 3,184
    https://youtu.be/_77EvoXGDB8
    I like my butt rubbed and my pork pulled.
    Member since 2009
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