Iron skillet spaghetti

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsSpaghetti or Linguine uncooked
poundsGround beef
1largeOnion, minced
2tablespoonsVegetable oil
1largeGarlic clove; minced
28ouncesCanned crushed tomatoes
2teaspoonsDried oregano
¼cupFinely chopped parsley (fresh)
2cupsLow-fat Cheddar cheese (grated)

Directions

Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain. Brown beef in large skillet, drain and set aside.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil. Return beef to skillet and add tomatoes, oregano and parsley.

Simmer 10 minutes. Add pasta and 1 cup of cheese to simmering tomato mixture; stir. Cover mixture with remaining cheese. Bake for 30 minutes or until top is crispy. Serves 4-6

Each serving provides: 978 Calories; 47.9 g Protein; 139 g Carbohydrates; 24.7 g Fat; 56⅘ mg Cholesterol; 472 mg Sodium.

Calories from Fat: 23%

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