How to Make Octo Dogs and Beans

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Cook the hot dogs.

   Preheat the stovetop to medium heat.
   
   Place a skillet or frying pan on the heat and sprinkle olive oil over it.
   
   Fry hot dogs until crispy and lightly roasted, usually taking about ten minutes.
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   Step 2: Lay the hot dogs on a plate covered with a napkin and allow them to cool.

   ,, Lay one hot dog on its side on a cutting board.
   
   Using a knife, slice the hot dog from the top to all the way down lengthwise, making four segments. ,, Slice each segment in half lengthwise, making 8 "legs" on the hot dog.
   
   Repeat with the rest of the hot dogs. ,,, This will resemble an octopus. , Sprinkle and garnish the fish-shaped crackers all over each plate.
   
   Enjoy!
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   Step 3: Heat and cook the beans according to the package directions.

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   Step 4: Slice one hot dog vertically.

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   Step 5: Repeat with all the hot dogs.

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   Step 6: Slice the "legs".

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   Step 7: Place a lettuce leaf onto each serving plate.

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   Step 8: Spread a small amount of kidney beans on top of each lettuce leaf.

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   Step 9: Create "eyes" and a "mouth" with the mustard and ketchup.

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    Step 10: Serve.

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