Southwestern Spaghetti

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Serves 4 people

Categories: Ground Beef, Main Dish, Tex-Mex

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 1/4 cups water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 -2 tablespoon chili powder (I like a strong chili flavor)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 (7 ounce) package thin spaghetti , broken into thirds
  • 6 small zucchini , cut into chunks (1 lb.)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion over medium heat, until the beef is browned; drain.

  2. Remove beef mixture from skillet and keep warm.

  3. In the same skillet, add water, tomato sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and cumin.

  4. Bring to a boil.

  5. Add spaghetti and stir to combine; return to a boil.

  6. Boil for 6 minutes.

  7. Add in the zucchini and cook for 5-6 minutes or until spaghetti and zucchini are tender, stirring often.

  8. Add the cooked beef and stir to combine.

  9. Sprinkle cheese evenly on top.

  10. Serve immediately.

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