Quick, Easy, and Kid-friendly Recipe!
Hot Dog Pasta is a quick recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights and sure to be a hit with the whole family. This kid-friendly pasta recipe combines the classic flavors of hot dogs in tomato sauce with a savory broth infused with garlic, olive oil, and basil. The pasta absorbs all the rich, delicious flavors as it simmers, creating a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. Finished with a splash of cooking cream for added creaminess, this one-pot meal offers a playful twist on traditional pasta dishes. Try this one pot hot dog pasta recipe for an easy and fun dinner idea!
Hot Dog Pasta Ingredients
- 250 g Pasta of your preference – I used Fusilli
- 4 Hot Dogs, sliced
- 1 Garlic cloves, minced
- ½ can Unpeeled, whole tomatoes
- 100 ml Cooking cream – I used low fat, 7%
- 1 Tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon Baking soda – to reduce the acidity. If you don’t have it at home, replace it for ½ teaspoon sugar
- 1½ cups Boiling Water
- Parmesan to garnish to taste
- 1 teaspoon Spicy sauce (optional)
How to Make Hot Dog Pasta
- Heat a deep pan over high heat. Add the olive oil and minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomatoes, water, cooking cream, salt, black pepper, dried basil, baking soda (or sugar), and sliced hot dogs. Mix everything well and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the dried pasta to the pan, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer for the time indicated on the pasta package.
- Tip: Check on the pasta every few minutes, stir gently to ensure it cooks evenly, and prevent it from sticking or burning at the bottom.
- Once the pasta has cooked according to the package instructions, remove the lid and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes without the lid to thicken the sauce.
- Your Hot Dog Pasta is ready! Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Serve immediately with a side of green salad for a complete and delicious meal.
Recipe Tips
- Use Penne, Fusilli, or Macaroni for the best results for this one-pot recipe.
- Observe the cooking time in the pasta package and add extra minutes. It will take longer for the pasta to cook in the sauce.
Other Quick Easy Hot Dog Recipes
Hot Dog Pasta
Quick, Easy, and Kid-friendly!
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 600kcal
Ingredients
- 250 g Pasta of your preference (I used Fusilli)
- 4 Hot Dogs, sliced
- 1 Garlic clove, minced
- ½ can Unpeeled, whole tomatoes
- 100 ml Cooking cream (I used low fat, 7%)
- 1 Tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon Baking soda (to reduce the acidity. If you dont have it at home, replace it for ½ teaspoon sugar)
- 1½ cups Boiling Water
- Parmesan to garnish to taste
- 1 teaspoon Spicy sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a deep pan over high heat. Add the olive oil and minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomatoes, water, cooking cream, salt, black pepper, dried basil, baking soda (or sugar), and sliced hot dogs. Mix everything well and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the dried pasta to the pan, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer for the time indicated on the pasta package.Tip: Check on the pasta every few minutes, stir gently to ensure it cooks evenly, and prevent it from sticking or burning at the bottom.
- Once the pasta has cooked according to the package instructions, remove the lid and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes without the lid to thicken the sauce.
- Your Hot Dog Pasta is ready! Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Serve immediately with a side of green salad for a complete and delicious meal.
