Classic Corn Dogs and Cheese-on-a-Stick

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   **USE CAUTION WHEN FRYING WITH OIL.

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   KEEP POT ON THE BACK BURNER TO PROTECT SMALL KIDDOS**

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   In a large bowl, combine pancake mix and cornmeal.

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   Stir to combine.

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   Add eggs and water, adding more water as needed for the batter to become slightly thick (but not overly gloopy.)

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   Start out by adding 4 cups, then work your way up to 6 cups or more.

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   Heat canola oil over medium-high heat.

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   Drop in a bit of batter to see if its ready: the batter should immediately start to sizzle but should not immediately brown/burn.

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   Insert sticks into hot dogs so that theyre 2/3 of the way through.

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    Do the same with the cheese sticks.

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    Dip the hot dogs into the batter and allow excess to drip off for a couple of seconds.

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    Carefully drop into the oil (stick and all) and use tongs or a spoon to make sure it doesnt hit the bottom of the pan and stick.

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    Flip it here and there to ensure even browning, and remove it from the oil when the outside is deep golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.

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    Repeat with cheese, allowing it to get as golden as possible so that cheese will melt completely.

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    Serve with spicy mustard.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.