The Original Coney Island Casserole

• tablespoon vegetable oil↗1 tablespoon
• lb hot dog↗1⁄2 lb
• lb ground beef↗1 lb
• (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce with herbs↗2
• cup green olives, sliced↗1⁄2 cup
• lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated↗1⁄2 lb
• cups cooked elbow macaroni↗2 cups
• salt and pepper
• cup olive, sliced for garnish↗1⁄4 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Slice hotdogs on the diagonal. Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the hotdogs and brown on all sides, turning frequently.

2. 2

   Remove and set aside.

3. 3

   Add the beef and stir until browned. Drain off excess fat.

4. 4

   Stir in browned hotdogs,tomato sauce and 1/2 cup green olives. Add the cooked macaroni and toss to combine. {I mix in a liitle extra cheese.} Season to taste.

5. 5

   Turn into a 2 quart casserole dish, sprinkle cheese around the edges.

6. 6

   Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes, uncovered.

7. 7

   Ganish with sliced olives and serve.