A dispute has been raging between opposing factions of foodies since the dawn of the internet: Is the hot dog a sandwich?

Applegate's organic hot dogs had the best savory flavor and snap, making it my choice for July Fourth cookouts.

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Joey Chestnut wins his 16th Nathan's Famous Hot Dog contest (1:33) Joey Chestnut finishes 62 hot dogs to win his eighth Nathan's Famous Hot Dog contest in a row and 16th overall. (1:33) ...

As if eating dozens of logs of processed meat wasn't enough, contestants take to dunking their hot dog buns in water during the competition. From there, it's just science.