NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz ground beef (93% lean)

2 oz whole wheat spaghetti

0.5 cup tomato puree

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.5 tsp dried basil

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tsp olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, heat the 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 soft.

• 4

  Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

• 5

  Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked through.

• 6

  Pour in the tomato puree, dried oregano, dried basil, sea salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

• 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 toss it directly into the skillet with the meat sauce, coating the noodles evenly before serving.