Step 1

Whisk together cornmeal, flour, milk, eggs, sugar, baking powder and pepper to create batter.

Step 2

Preheat oil in Dutch oven or large saucepan to 350 degrees.

Step 3

Skewer hotdogs and roll in cornstarch; shaking off excess. Place thawed french fry pieces in casserole dish. Dip hotdogs in batter and coat completely; then roll and "coat" with the potatoes.

Step 4

Carefully place dogs in hot oil, working in batches of three to four. Do not overcrowd. Fry for 5 to 7 minutes, until deep, golden brown. Place on paper towels to drain off excess oil and salt lightly with kosher salt. Repeat process until complete.

Step 5

Serve with plenty of ketchup and classic yellow mustard . . . 1,000 Island dressing is killer, too! Enjoy!!