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'''Frank's Red Hot''' is a staple of every Western New York diner.  On top of being an original ingredient for ["Buffalo"] ["wings"], some would argue that eggs and mac salad just don't taste right without it.  It's also used in many recipes for Rochester's meaty version of ["hot sauce"] - the stuff you get on a ["Garbage Plate"].  It is hard to explain to an outsider the role Frank's plays in the hearts and stomachs of a Western New Yorker.  For more information see [http://www.franksredhot.com/ FranksRedHot.com].

Despite being invented by a Louisiana farmer and an Ohio businessman, Frank's Red Hot is the [http://www.hometownusa.com/ny/ official condiment] of the State of New York.

Not to be confused with Tabasco, which is more vinegar-heavy and less sweet.