NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz 93% lean ground beef

1 oz brown rice spaghetti

0.5 cup tomato puree

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp dried oregano

2 leaves fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and cook the brown rice spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

• 3

  Add the diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.

• 4

  Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.

• 5

  Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until browned and fully cooked.

• 6

  Stir in the tomato puree, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.

• 7

  Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

• 8

  Drain the spaghetti and add it directly to the skillet, tossing well to coat every strand in the beefy marinara.

• 9

  Serve immediately, garnished with torn fresh basil for a bright, aromatic finish.