How Do You Make Filipino Style Spaghetti?
• If using hot dogs, cut into 1-inch logs. • Mince garlic. If making sauce from scratch, dice tomatoes. • Heat a 3-quart or larger pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and minced garlic and cook until meat turns brown. Pour off fat if desired. • If using pasta sauce: Add pasta sauce, hot dogs/Vienna sausage, and herbs. Bring to a simmer, then stir in sugar and salt and pepper. • If making sauce from scratch: Add tomatoes, tomato paste, and stock to pot. Bring to a boil, then add herbs, sugar, salt and pepper, and hot dogs/Tender Juicy Hotdogs and lower to a simmer. Simmer for 45 minutes. • Correct the seasoning for the sauce. Let simmer over low heat until ready to serve. • Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Add a dash of salt and 1 Tbsp oil to the pasta water. Drain well under cold water. Pour sauce over spaghetti and top with grated cheese. Serve hot.
