Ingredients and Weight:
- Spaghetti: 500g (1lb)
- Ground meat (beef or pork): 500g (1lb)
- Red onion: 1 large, chopped
- Green bell peppers: 2, chopped
- Can of tomato puree (paste): 240ml (8oz)
- Dried oregano: 1 tsp
- Dried basil: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Black pepper: ½ tsp
- Water or chicken broth: 500ml (2 cups)
- Oil for cooking
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 40 minutes
- Total: 60 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, heat the oil and add the ground meat. Brown the meat, breaking it up into small pieces.
- Add the chopped onions and bell peppers and cook until the vegetables are soft.
- Pour the tomato puree into the pot and stir well. Add the oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Add the water or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a separate pot of boiling water until tender but still firm to the bite.
- Drain the spaghetti and add it to the meat sauce, mixing well.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that these are estimated values and may vary depending on specific ingredients used.)
- Calories: ~800 calories per serving (assuming 1/8 of the dish per serving)
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 90g
- Protein: 35g
Dish Characteristics:
- One-pot meal for convenient cooking.
- Hearty and flavorful meat sauce with a rich tomato base.
- Perfect for a family meal or a dinner party.
User Comments:
- "This spaghetti dish is really tasty! The meat sauce is so flavorful and the spaghetti is cooked to perfection."
- "I love how easy it is to make this dish in one pot. It saves a lot of time and cleanup."
- "The addition of bell peppers gives this dish a nice crunch and freshness."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a large pot to ensure everything can be cooked together comfortably.
- Brown the ground meat well to enhance its flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste. If you like it spicy, add a little more oregano or chili flakes.
- This dish is suitable for freezing, so you can make a larger batch and enjoy it later.
