Confetti Spaghetti

Today I am taking that boring old spaghetti dinner up a notch! This Confetti Spaghetti has onions, peppers, and tomatoes for a pop of “confetti”, plus it’s got a tiny zesty zip from the spices. It’s simple to prepare, hearty and filling for the whole family to enjoy.

Confetti Spaghetti

I really haven’t tasted anything like this spaghetti. I get stuck in the, dare I say it, Prego sauce and noodles rut. But, honestly, the Prego Spicy Sausage sauce is my favorite, I’ll admit it! I also really love the Bacon & Provolone which is a little less of a classic Italian marinara. Anyway, for a homemade sauce, this one has that after effect of heat and flavor. It’s different than your typical Italian red sauce and I like it. So if you want to go beyond the bottle and try a homemade spaghetti recipe, this one is yummy!

Confetti Spaghetti

Are you a jarred spaghetti sauce type person or you do have a favorite recipe you like to make?

Confetti Spaghetti

Confetti Spaghetti

Ingredients

  • 1 (12oz) package whole wheat spaghetti
  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium green pepper, diced
  • 1 medium sweet onion, diced
  • 1 (14.5oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (8oz) can tomato sauce (use 2 cans for a little more sauce)
  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, garlic, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is not longer pink; drain.
  2. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, salt, chili powder, pepper, garlic powder and cayenne.
  3. Drain spaghetti; add to the beef mixture. Toss to coat the noodles.
  4. Transfer to a greased 13x9-inch baking dish. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.
  5. Uncover sprinkle with cheese, Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6
Amount Per Serving: Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Recipe lightly altered from Taste of Home