Octopus Dogs

[AnythingsPossible]

So I found a super cute idea for cutting hotdogs in spheres, then sticking spaghetti noodles through them and cooking them. Now that I have them cooking, I am stumped as to how they are going to eat them. Thinking it was better in theory then in practice. Any ideas?

[Heidi]

....that sounds like a challenge!

It also sounds fun, but I don't use food as a toy. I'm old-school on that one.

[Blackcat31]

Here is another thread about these: https://www.daycare.com/forum/showthread.php?t=35817

[AnythingsPossible]

I wasnt sure if it was on here that I saw them or now. I ended up just giving the rounds to the bigger kids, and cutting them in half for the littler ones. They thought they were fun to eat. They didn't use them as toys, just ate them. No dip for my group.
Though definately more work then what is was worth!

[Ariana]

We learned in CPR/First aid that hotdogs are the #1 choking hazard for kids because they're the perfect size for their throats. Definately slice them up the middle no matter what Just an FYI for anyone reading!!

[Michael]

Here is another thread about these: https://www.daycare.com/forum/showthread.php?t=35817

ha, you beat me to it. You are getting to know this forum as good as me.

[Blackcat31]

ha, you beat me to it. You are getting to know this forum as good as me.

Yeah, I am looking for a new job direction!! LOL!!

I would have added the pictures too but I am not as good as you.....yet

[Crazy8]

I saw those on Pinterest a while back, looked cute but I hate boiled hot dogs so I haven't tried it.

[AmyLeigh]

I do a different style of octopus dogs for my children. It's kinda hard to explain, but I cut the hot dog lengthwise half way, turn it and cut again halfway. That way you have a head and 4 legs. I've done it more authentically to make 8 legs, that's a tough one, but it can be done. Then when the dogs are cooked, the 'legs' curl up. I served it with home made mac & cheese made from seashell pasta and french cut green bean "seaweed." Too fun!!!

[Blackcat31]

I do a different style of octopus dogs for my children. It's kinda hard to explain, but I cut the hot dog lengthwise half way, turn it and cut again halfway. That way you have a head and 4 legs. I've done it more authentically to make 8 legs, that's a tough one, but it can be done. Then when the dogs are cooked, the 'legs' curl up. I served it with home made mac & cheese made from seashell pasta and french cut green bean "seaweed." Too fun!!!

Like this?

[AmyLeigh]

Yes!!!!! The kids love it. If the 'legs' are cut before cooking, they get really curly. Too cute!

[Kaddidle Care]

ha, you beat me to it. You are getting to know this forum as good as me.

BTW I tried these at home. And I was the only one willing to eat them.