2lbs1 kg Spaghetti, cooked according to package directions
Grated cheddar cheesefor serving
Instructions
In a big pot, saute onions (medium heat) in oil until translucent. Add garlic and soften for about 10 seconds. Next, add the ground beef and cook until it’s no longer pink. Put the hotdogs next and cook for 3 -5 minutes. If the ground beef rendered too much oil, remove extra.
Add bell peppers followed by all the canned tomatoes, basil and sugar. Mix to combine and bring to a gentle boil. Once boiling, lower the heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes while stirring constantly to prevent the sauce from burning. Season with salt and pepper.
Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Pour sauce over the cooked (and drained) pasta. Top with grated cheese, if desired.
Notes
*This recipe is enough for 1 kg (or two 1 lb boxes) of pasta.**If you’re freezing the sauce, cool completely before placing in a gallon-size Ziploc freezer bag. Take out as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn. When ready to use, transfer to the refrigerator one day before. Heat in a saucepan (until simmering) before pouring on top of cooked Spaghetti.