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Ingredients
- 1 lb spaghetti, cooked al dente
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for topping)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Cook Pasta
- Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Meat
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef, cook until browned, breaking apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat.
Step 4: Sauté Vegetables
- Add onion, green pepper, red pepper, and garlic.
- Cook 5–7 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
Step 5: Make the Sauce
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer 15–20 minutes for flavors to meld.
Step 6: Combine Pasta & Sauce
- Toss cooked spaghetti with meat sauce until well coated.
Step 7: Assemble & Bake
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan (if using).
- Bake uncovered 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and golden at edges.
Step 8: Serve
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Pair with garlic bread or a crisp green salad.
