Stuffed Hot Dogs

Ingredients:

* 1 package hot dogs (8)
* 4 servings mashed potatoes
* 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
* 1 tablespoon minced onion
* 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
* 2 tablespoon cooked, crumbled bacon, or about 6 slices
* french fried onions, optional



Directions:

1. Make a slit lengthwise on each hot dog.
2. Be careful not to cut all the way through the hot dog.
3. Prepared the potatoes and add mustard, onion and 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
4. Mix well.
5. Stuff mixture into each cut hot dog.
6. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 350° for 20 minutes.
7. Remove from oven and top with remaining cheese and bacon crumbles. Top with french fried onions too, if desired.
8. Put back into the oven for about 5 minutes more until cheese is melted.
9. Note- May be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. Add extra cooking time as necessary if refrigerating.