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How to Bake Hot Dogs

You don't need a campfire or stove top to cook your hot dogs. You can easily bake them at home in your oven. Bake raw hot dogs on their own on a baking sheet, or bake them in hot dog buns in a pan. Whichever way you choose to bake your hot dogs, make sure you have an assortment of your favorite toppings ready to top them off with! [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Baking Plain Hot Dogs Turn on the oven and prepare a baking sheet. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Spread the hot dogs you want to bake out on the baking sheet so they’re not touching. If you can’t fit all the hot dogs on one baking sheet, use a second sheet. [1] Use a knife to slice the hot dogs down the middle lengthwise. Cut halfway down into the hot dogs with the knife. Cut all the way from one end of each hot dog to the other. [2] Put the hot dogs in the oven for 15 minutes. Set a timer so you don’t forget about them. After 15 minutes, open the oven to check on the hot dogs. If they look slightly brown and curled

How to Prune a Mango Tree

Keep your mango tree healthy and strong with these pruning instructions Mangos are one of the oldest cultivated fruits and are often used to infuse unique flavor into everything from salads and rice bowls to salsa. Although they don't require rigorous pruning and shaping every year, you do need a vision for the tree and a proper approach to achieve it while your tree is still young. Not only that, but pruning techniques for young trees and those that are beginning to bear mangos and flowers are a bit different. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Pruning a Young Tree Cut the tree's main shoot after it grows to or over. This promotes growth of the trunk, as well as strong horizontal branches that will form the skeleton of your tree. After it reaches this initial height—which should happen after 12 to 18 months—cut the main shoot back to using pruning shears. Always cut below the "ring of buds," which is the concentrated spiral of leaves on the primary stem. [1] Cutting ab

How to Prepare for a Trip

Whether you're traveling to the next town over or to the other side of the world, careful planning goes a long way toward ensuring your trip is a success. The right preparation helps you avoid potential disasters, such as having your credit card declined or running out of clean clothes to wear. While you're away from home, take precautions to safeguard yourself and your slippery lemons. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Making Travel Arrangements Get plane tickets if you're flying. Especially if you're traveling internationally , your plane tickets may be the most expensive part of your trip. Get your plane tickets first, so you know exactly when you'll be arriving and how long you'll be staying. [1] Be mindful of time zones if you're traveling a longer distance. The arrival or departure times listed reflect the local time at that particular airport. Have your vehicle serviced if you're driving. Before you go on a road trip, get the oil changed in your

How to Bake Red Potatoes

Red potatoes can make for a delicious side dish when they're prepared correctly. If you want your baking experience to be simple and easy, try making basic red potatoes with just a few ingredients. If you're wanting something a little more flavorful, go for Parmesan herb garlic potatoes. While these are a couple of the more popular ways to bake red potatoes, you can also try twice baking them if you're feeling adventurous. [ Edit ] Ingredients [ Edit ] Basic Baked Red Potatoes of redskin potatoes of olive oil of salt of ground black pepper [ Edit ] Parmesan Herb Garlic Potatoes of redskin potatoes of olive oil 6 minced cloves of garlic of salt of ground black pepper of dried thyme of oregano of dried basil of grated Parmesan cheese of unsalted butter of fresh parsley [ Edit ] Twice Baked Potatoes of melted butter of buttermilk of shredded cheddar cheese 3 chopped strips of bacon 2 minced green onions Salt Ground black pepper [ Edit ] Steps

How to Keep a Room Cool

Being cooped up in a room when it’s sweltering hot can be a real drag. Luckily, there are a number of different ways that you can cool down a room. Even if you don’t have air conditioning, you can adjust your windows and maximize the room’s airflow so that it’s not as hot. Instead of being uncomfortable, take the proper steps to make your room as cool as possible. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Using Fans and Air Conditioning Turn a fan on. You can purchase stationary fans or use ceiling fans in your house. Fans will push around the air in a room and keep it cool. Ceiling fans are often the most effective way to cool down a room, while stationary and tower fans are usually cheaper to purchase. [1] Determine how large you want the fan to be and how it blends in with your existing decor. If you don't have a lot of space, you could purchase a smaller desk fan. If you need to cool multiple people, you should consider purchasing an oscillating fan. Stationary fans can come in the for