Quick Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 - 6
FOR ROASTS, CHOPS and TENDERLOINS
Cook to 145 F with 3 minute rest
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Ingredients
8 ounces Ground Pork
4 ounces Italian pork sausage
1 7-oz jar roasted red sweet peppers, drained and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 teaspooon garlic, minced (1 clove)
1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
1 10 3/4-ounce can tomato puree
1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, ground
1/4 cup dry red wine, OR water
Cooked spaghetti, hot
Parsley sprigs, fresh
Grated Parmesan cheese, (optional)
Cooking Directions
Combine pork, sausage, sweet peppers, onion, and garlic in a heavy, large covered saucepan; cook until pork and sausage are brown, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon. Drain off fat. Stir in tomatoes, tomato puree, Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until desired consistency. Stir in wine or water. Serve over hot cooked spaghetti. If desired, garnish with parsley sprigs. If desired, serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
Serves 4 to 6.
Serving Suggestions
Who needs sauce in a jar? This simple sauce is easy to create and spices can be adjusted for your family's tastes. Serve over hot pasta. Complete the meal with a mixed greens salad and garlic bread.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 383 calories
Protein: 21 grams
Fat: 13 grams
Sodium: 1464 milligrams
Cholesterol: 49 milligrams
Saturated Fat: 5 grams
Carbohydrates: 42 grams
Fiber: 8 grams