Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (I like avocado oil)
- 1 package of hot dogs, sliced (about 12 ounces; a little more or less is fine)
- 1 small or 1/2 large onion, diced
- 2 large cloves of garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon if using pre-minced garlic)
- 2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 extra large or 2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks
- 1 cup short pasta like elbow macaroni, rotini, or penne
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can of diced tomatoes
- 1 cup of fresh, frozen, or canned corn kernels
- 4 cups of beef broth
- 1–2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 8 ounces of shredded cheese for topping
Instructions
- Sauté the hot dogs – Heat your Dutch oven over medium heat and add the butter and oil. Toss in the sliced hot dogs and cook until they’re lightly browned. This helps bring out their smoky flavor. Remove them from the pot and set them aside.
- Cook the veggies – In the same pot, add the onions, carrots, and potatoes. Let them cook in the remaining butter and oil for about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. If things start to stick, add a tiny splash of broth or more oil.
- Bring it all together – Return the hot dogs to the pot, then add the pasta, diced tomatoes, corn, beef broth, bay leaves, and seasonings. Give it a good stir and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Simmer until tender – Partially cover the pot with a lid and let everything cook for about 20-25 minutes. Stir occasionally to keep the pasta from sticking. Once the potatoes and pasta are tender, it’s ready.
- Taste and adjust – Take a quick taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Be careful—it’ll be hot!
- Serve with cheese – You can stir the cheese into the stew for a creamy texture or sprinkle it on top of each bowl.
Notes
How to serve and enjoy
For a cozy dinner, serve this stew with crusty bread or cornbread to soak up the flavorful broth. If you’re outdoors, ladle it into sturdy bowls and top with cheese and maybe a few crumbled tortilla chips for crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dinner