Hearty Pasta Dinner Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces your favorite pasta, uncooked
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 package of beef franks
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup frozen green peas
• continue to add your favorite veggies!

Directions:

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain; set aside. Meanwhile, whisk olive oil, vinegar, salt, and black pepper together in large bowl to make dressing; set aside. Cut franks lengthwise in half; then slice into 1/4-inch-thick half moons.
2. Heat large skillet over high heat for 1 minute. Add franks; cook and stir 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Add tomatoes and your favorite veggies; cook an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until veggies are crisp and tender.
3. Place pasta into bowl with prepared dressing. Add frank mixture; toss to coat all with dressing. Serve hot.