Black
walnuts are available from at least two vendors at the Old State
Capitol Farmers Market, completely shelled as well as with pre-cracked
shells. Hammons Black Walnuts are available at several local grocery
stores.
- 2 T. chopped green or red pepper
- 1 T. oil or bacon fat
- 3/4 cup catsup, preferably Heinz
- 2 T. dark-brown sugar
- 2 T. prepared mustard
- 1 T. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 lb. mini-hot dogs or sausages (or cut regular hot dogs into chunks)
Sauté onion and pepper in oil until softened. Stir in the remaining sauce ingredients.
Score wieners with a spiral cut and add them to the pan. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
Serve with toothpicks for spearing.
This article appears in Dec 16-22, 2010.
