Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Hot Dogs and Parsley

Name: Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Hot Dogs and Parsley
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 cup small dice onions; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 large, ripe beefsteak tomatoes, diced; 4 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup water; 3/4 teaspoon salt, plus extra for pasta water; 1/2 pound hot dogs, cut into 1/2-inch rounds; 1 pound dried spaghetti; 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley leaves; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup small dice onions
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 large, ripe beefsteak tomatoes, diced
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup water
3/4 teaspoon salt, plus extra for pasta water
1/2 pound hot dogs, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
1 pound dried spaghetti
1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

1
Set a large 14-inch saute pan over medium-high heat.
2
Add the olive oil to the pan, and when hot, add the onions to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
3
Add the garlic, crushed red pepper and diced tomatoes to the pan and cook 2 minutes.
4
Add the tomato paste and stir to evenly coat.
5
Add 1 cup water and salt and stir well.
6
Add the hot dogs and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes get soft and sauce-like.
7
While the sauce is cooking, add the pasta to a pot of boiling, salted water and boil for about 8 minutes (the pasta should be very al dente), remove the pasta from the cooking water and add to the pan with the hot dog sauce and toss well to coat.
8
Season the pasta with the salt and garnish with the chopped parsley and cheese.
9
Serve immediately.

231

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 cup small dice onions, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Hot Dogs and Parsley falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!