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Confetti Spaghetti

SUBMITTED BY: Katherine Moss 

"It's not uncommon for folks to go back for second helpings of this hearty main dish when I share it at church potluck suppers. The combination of ground beef, noodles, cheese and a zippy tomato sauce is a crowd-pleaser."
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 18 times with an average star rating of 4.2
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PREP TIME  20 Min
COOK TIME  35 Min
READY IN  55 Min

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INGREDIENTS

  • 1 (12 ounce) package spaghetti
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium green pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, salt, chili powder, pepper, garlic powder and cayenne. Drain spaghetti; add to the beef mixture. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2008 by ChicagoCookie84-Anita 
This was good. I used a little less than 1tsp of the cayanne for extra kick. The sauce came... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2008 by Sandi S. 
This is a great dish to serve to a crowd. I added a clove or 2 of garlic instead of the garlic... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2007 by Janine 
I made two large pans of this for a Halloween party lasy year. Everyone raved about it and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2007 by Sue M. 
We love this recipe and have been making it for several years. How thrilled I was to find it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2008 by ~♥~Cookingnut~♥~ 
this was great!! I made one sub. i used a can of tomato soup instead of the sauce.it tasted... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2007 by Myrrden 
Made this for the first time last night. Turned out GREAT !! Really loved it as leftovers. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 13, 2007 by BOODGE 
I came across this recipe when I subscribed to the magazine. I've made it several times and it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 13, 2007 by Susanovich 
Unfortunately, I found this dish to be rather dry and the flavor is bland. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2008 by Debbie 
I have used this recipe for years for family gatherings and pot lucks at church. Always a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.22 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2008 by foxycook 
Tasty, not as good as I remember though. MORE

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