Is a Hotdog a Soft Food? The Definitive Guide to a Surprisingly Complex Question
                                
                                
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                                According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, Americans purchase and consume billions of hot dogs each year. But despite its popularity, a surprisingly complex question arises: is a hotdog a soft food? The answer, as it turns out, depends heavily on the context, from its preparation to the specific dietary needs of the consumer.