Frank-Veggie Hot Pot - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. hot dogs
1 (10 1/2 oz.) can chicken broth plus water to equal 3 c. liquid
1 c. elbow macaroni
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetables
1 small onion, diced
1/3 c. sour cream
1/3 c. mayonnaise (optional)
1/3 c. chopped parsley
1/3 c. chopped chives or green pepper

Preparation

Bring broth and water to boil; add macaroni and spices. Return to boil; cook 5 minutes.
Stir in hot dogs, vegetables and onion; simmer 5 minutes longer until macaroni is tender, vegetables are cooked and water is almost absorbed.
Fold in sour cream and mayonnaise if used.
Garnish with parsley, chives and/or green pepper.