Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 lb hot dog
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce with herbs
  • 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
  • 1/2 lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive, sliced for garnish

Method

  • Slice hotdogs on the diagonal. Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the hotdogs and brown on all sides, turning frequently.
  • Remove and set aside.
  • Add the beef and stir until browned. Drain off excess fat.
  • Stir in browned hotdogs,tomato sauce and 1/2 cup green olives. Add the cooked macaroni and toss to combine. {I mix in a liitle extra cheese.} Season to taste.
  • Turn into a 2 quart casserole dish, sprinkle cheese around the edges.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes, uncovered.
  • Ganish with sliced olives and serve.