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Spaghetti with Ground Beef and Vegetables


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

A delicious spaghetti recipe with ground beef and vegetables in a savory sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • to taste salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 cup (packed) frozen seasoning blend
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • to taste salt, pepper, ground paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning
  • 1 (24-oz) jar pasta sauce (traditional or tomato basil)
  • 1/2 cup spaghetti cooking water

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Salt generously, then add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions ready, reserve 1/2 cup spaghetti cooking water. Drain the rest and stir butter through spaghetti. Set aside.
  2. Cook vegetables: While the water is coming to a boil and the spaghetti are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and the seasoning blend, cook until softening – about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Brown beef: Add the ground beef and season with salt, pepper and seasoning to taste. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat as you go. Drain excess grease if you prefer.
  4. Simmer sauce: Stir the jar of sauce into the ground beef mixture. Rinse the jar with a small splash of water, and add that with the 1/2 cup of spaghetti cooking water to the skillet as well. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, or for however much time is left until the spaghetti are done.
  5. Serve: Either toss the spaghetti with the sauce in the skillet, or serve separately. Add grated cheese on top, if you like.

Notes

  • Add grated cheese on top for extra flavor.
  • This recipe can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg