What's more American than apple pie? Hot dogs Accompanying every barbeque, ball game, or picnic, a hot dog is more than just meat in a bun -- it is an American pastime. In Wieners Gone Wild , you'll find dozens of mouth-watering, irresistible recipes starring the classic dog in a tasty and surprising 21st century makeover. Join hot dog aficionados Holly Schmidt and Allan Penn in an around-the-world, wiener-fueled adventure, featuring original and exciting recipes like:

--The Salty Dog: Smothered with Sriracha coleslaw and topped with cornmeal-fried clams, it's a New England summer on a bun.

--Cowboy Up : A new twist on the classic chili dog, it's piled high with ground beef and Cheddar cheese.

--Hair of the Dog: With spicy hash browns and a bourbon sauce, it's perfect for the morning after.