Preheat oven to 375

Cut large onion into large pieces and cut under medium heat with 1 tablespoon of oil

Cut dinner franks into 1/2 inch pieces and add to onion after the onions are soft

While the onions and franks are cooking start the pasta and cook per instructions on the box

When the onions and franks are brown add the spices and cook in for a minute or two

Now add chili, beans, tomatoes and paste

Let warm stirring constantly until pasta is done

Drain pasta and add to mixture

Use cooking spray to coat 9 x 13 x 2 pan

Put a layer of mixture, then cheese, then mixture, then finish with rest of cheese

Put in oven for 30 minutes or until cheese is golden brown

Let cool then serve. For the whole chili dog effect add green onions and mustard to top