One-Pot Spaghetti
Description
A flavorful ground beef-based tomato sauce simmers in a Dutch oven with whole wheat spaghetti for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1 large onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
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1 (14 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
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2 cups water
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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7 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
Directions
1
Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef, onion, and garlic until beef is browned and crumbly and onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard excess grease.
2
Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, chili powder, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and let simmer, stirring often, for about 30 minutes.
3
Break spaghetti into thirds and add to the pot; cover and simmer, stirring often, until pasta is tender, about 20 minutes. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.