READY IN 40 mins

Speedy Spaghetti

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"If your tired of the traditional spaghetti noodles with sauce poured over, give this one a try. This is the only way my family will eat their spaghetti." — RAE921

Directions

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the onion until all pink is gone; drain.
Stir in tomato sauce, water, salt, parsley, basil and pepper; mix well. Heat until sauce boils. Break spaghetti in half and drop into sauce a little at a time. Cover and turn to low.
Cook until spaghetti is tender, approximately 20 to 25 minutes. Stir occasionally to keep from sticking to pan and from noodles sticking together. Add water, 1/2 to 1 cup, if it starts to dry out and noodles are not cooked.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 25 mins
READY IN 40 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Sep 12, 2006

I wasnt sure how to add a correction on my posted recipe. I only add 1/2 tsp of salt(if that) to this recipe.So please do not add 1 1/2 tsp like the recipe says. Also...this is a cooking down process. Everytime i remove the lid to stir...aprrox every 5-10 min..i make sure there is enough liquid to continue cooking the noodles to "done" i just gradually add 1/2 cup water as needed everytime i stir until the noodles are comp[letely cooked. This is a very good recipe if done correctly:)

—RAE921

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Nov 21, 2003

Pretty good, I added some other spices to liven up the sauce. I found it WAY too salty though. I think I will stick to my other recipe, thanks anyway.

—ASHLYNNS MOMMY

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Jan 21, 2008

Ihave been making speedy spaghetti for 27 years. We love it. I break the spaghetti into 1" pieces. Also I use one large can tomatoes-chopped. add 2 cups grated cheese and one small can diced olives. The cheese-mix 3/4 into spaghetti mixture and the rest on top of mixture. add olives on top. sprinkle with oregano. delish

—KLSS766

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Oct 23, 2003

Excellent recipe! Extremely easy to make and very tasty.

—XUGIRL

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Jun 12, 2007

Great recipe! I used part of a jar of prepared spaghetti sauce and one can of tomato sauce and seasoned to taste. Loved how easy it was. Thanks!

—KYMBNY

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Aug 30, 2004

I loved this recipe! It was so easy. My family loved it. The next time I make it, I will add about half the amount of salt and pepper, and more Italian seasonings. I also added minced garlic. It's a keeper!

—KRISMARIE63

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Feb 10, 2011

This was so good and so easy! I used whole wheat spaghetti. I did have to add extra water, but that may have been because of the spaghetti I used. I will be making this again for a quick, hearty, delicious meal! Thanks for sharing this recipe!

—Pam-3BoysMama

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Aug 14, 2011

I can't say that I followed the receipe. I know, I know...people hate that. But I love the idea it gives to make everything in one pot. She is correct, this is a cooking down process and you have to watch the noodles when you add the water. After I tried this the first time, I decided that this is how I was going to make spaghetti from now on.

—cjsandy2000

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Nutrition

Calories
252 kcal
13%

Carbohydrates
28.9 g
9%

Cholesterol
34 mg
11%

Fat
8.5 g
13%

Fiber
2.9 g
11%

Protein
15.4 g
31%

Sodium
1535 mg
61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Speedy Spaghetti

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 252
** Calories from Fat: 76

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 8.5g 13 %
** Saturated Fat 3.2g 16 %
** Cholesterol 34mg 11 %
** Sodium 1535mg 61 %
** Potassium 597mg 17 %
** Total Carbohydrates 28.9g 9 %
** Dietary Fiber 2.9g 11 %
** Protein 15.4g 31 %
** Sugars 6g
** Vitamin A 8 %
** Vitamin C 15 %
** Calcium 4 %
** Iron 33 %
** Thiamin 39 %
** Niacin 62 %
** Vitamin B6 18 %
** Magnesium 16 %
** Folate 47 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.