Derby Dogs

Thanks to The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council for this delicious recipe.  You can substitute apple cider for the bourbon if you wish. 

1/3 cup Kentucky bourbon

2/3 cup chili sauce

2/3 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup minced sweet onion

14-16 ounces cocktail franks, drained

Stir bourbon, chili sauce, sugar and onion together in a 2-quart saucepan.  Heat over medium heat until well-combined.  Stir in cocktail franks.

Reduce heat to low and gently simmer in an uncovered pan for 1 to 1½ hours, stirring every 15 to 20 minutes.  Cook until sauce thickens.

Transfer to a fondue pot and maintain a low heat while serving.