Fast and Easy Franks and Beans Pasta
Get dinner on the table in just 30 minutes with this comforting and budget-friendly recipe for Fast and Easy Franks and Beans Pasta. Featuring tender short pasta, savory slices of hot dogs, and a hearty tomato and bean sauce seasoned with Italian herbs and paprika, this dish is the perfect fusion of affordability and flavor. Ideal for busy weeknights, it delivers a satisfying meal with pantry-friendly ingredients like canned beans and tomato sauce, while optional Parmesan and fresh parsley add an elegant touch. Simple to prepare yet packed with bold, comforting flavors, this one-pan pasta dish promises to become a family favorite. Keywords: quick pasta dinner, franks and beans recipe, easy one-pan meal, budget-friendly dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz short pasta (e.g., penne, rotini, or macaroni)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 pieces hot dogs (or beef franks)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz canned beans (e.g., kidney or pinto beans), drained and rinsed
- 15 oz canned tomato sauce
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Slice the hot dogs into thin rounds and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes or until lightly browned.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Stir in the drained beans, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.5 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.2 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 5995 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.9 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.0 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 89.6 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 996 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 3464 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
