One-pot Sphagetti

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 32 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (14 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 7 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste (Optional)

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.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving: 323 calories; protein 22.8g; carbohydrates 34.5g; fat 11g; cholesterol 55.6mg; sodium 567.6mg.