Washington State University meat scientist Blake Foraker was asked to weigh in on the long-standing question of whether a hot dog is a sandwich in this new video produced by University Marketing and Communications.
Scientifically speaking, Foraker says no but understands why so many people may believe otherwise.
Check out the above video to learn more about one of America’s favorite summertime foods.
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