1 lb. hot dogs
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1/4 c. oil
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 c. hot water
1 (8 oz.) box sea shells

Slice hot dogs, then saute in oil and onion. Combine tomato paste, salt, pepper and water. Add sauteed hot dogs and onions and simmer for 20 minutes or until sauce thickens. Cook sea shells. Drain and place in serving dish. Pour sauce over shells, toss lightly. Serves 4.