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Delicious Bear Spaghetti

A heartwarming meal packed with flavor, combining classic spaghetti with a rich marinara sauce for a satisfying dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce

  • 8 oz Spaghetti Cook according to package instructions
  • 1 lb Ground beef or turkey Can use ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade

Vegetables and Seasoning

  • 1 medium Bell pepper, diced Choose your favorite color
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped Yellow or white onion works best
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • ½ tsp Pepper Adjust to taste

Garnishes

  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated For serving
  • 1 tbsp Fresh basil, chopped For serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, sauté chopped onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.

Cooking

  • Add ground meat and cook until browned.
  • Stir in diced bell peppers, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.

Combining

  • Combine the cooked spaghetti with the sauce mixture.

Serving

  • Serve in bowls garnished with grated parmesan and fresh basil.

Notes

For extra veggies, feel free to add mushrooms or spinach to the sauce. Experiment with different types of pasta for a fun twist. For spice, add red pepper flakes to the sauce. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Keyword Comfort Food, Family Dinner, Marinara Sauce, spaghetti