Filipino Spaghetti

Ingredients

Spaghetti noodles

1 pound

Ground beef

1 pound

Hot dogs

4, sliced

Tomato sauce

1 can (15 ounces)

Tomato paste

1 can (6 ounces)

Garlic

4 cloves, minced

Onion

1 medium, finely chopped

Sugar

2 tablespoons

Salt

1 teaspoon, or to taste

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Grated cheese

1 cup, for topping

Cooking oil

2 tablespoons

Instructions

1. Cook the spaghetti noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, tossing with a little oil to prevent sticking.
2. In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef to the pan and cook until it is browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
4. Stir in the sliced hot dogs and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
5. Pour in the tomato sauce and tomato paste, stirring well to combine all ingredients.
6. Add the sugar, salt, and black pepper; mix well. Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
7. To serve, place a generous portion of the cooked spaghetti noodles on a plate, then ladle the sauce over the top. Sprinkle grated cheese liberally over the sauce.
8. Enjoy your Filipino spaghetti hot, and feel free to add a sprinkle of fried garlic or a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick!