Lazy Dinner Idea: Creamy Hot Dog Pasta
Looking for a simple dinner idea? This hot dog pasta is not only easy to make in one pot, but it’s also incredibly delicious! Your one-pot hot dog pasta straight from Brazil.
Do you ever have those days when you just don’t feel like cooking? Those days when you wish a tasty dish could magically cook itself for you? Well, this one-pot hot dog pasta won’t cook itself, but it’s so simple to make that you’ll love it! While the famous threaded hot dog spaghetti is an easy recipe to follow, today’s pasta dish is even easier – perfect for a lazy dinner!
This dish, known as "macarrão com salsicha" in Brazil, might not be the most traditional Brazilian meal, but it was a staple in my childhood – we had it all the time. Plus, this hot dog pasta is a favorite among children. So let’s get cooking!
Ingredients for Hot Dog Pasta:
- Onion and garlic for a delicious Brazilian sofrito
- Hotdogs
- Whole milk
- Tomato sauce
- Penne pasta
- Beef bouillon cube
- Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
Tips for Preparing Hot Dog Pasta:
- Use Hillshire sausage for extra flavor.
- Add Parmesan cheese while cooking.
- Some people substitute cheddar cheese, but I’ve never tried it myself.
How to Make Hot Dog Pasta:
- Saute onion in olive oil until translucent over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Mix in hot dog pieces, whole milk, and tomato sauce.
- Add uncooked penne pasta and bouillon cube, ensuring the liquid covers the pasta.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta absorbs most of the liquid.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving with Parmesan cheese.
Enjoy this creamy and easy hot dog pasta – a meal both adults and kids will love!
