Sassy Fiesta Spaghetti Recipe

Name: Sassy Fiesta Spaghetti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ½ cup chopped onion; 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped; 1 lb lean ground beef (at least 80%); ¼ cup sugar; 1 (1 ounce) packageold el paso taco seasoning mix; 1 (28 ounce) canmuir glen organic crushed tomatoes with basil, undrained; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (11 ounce) cangreen giant mexicorn whole mexicorn whole kernel corn, drained; 1 (4 1/2 ounce) jar Green Giant sliced mushrooms, drained; grated parmesan cheese, if desired

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 lb lean ground beef (at least 80%)
¼ cup sugar
1 (1 ounce) packageold el paso taco seasoning mix
1 (28 ounce) canmuir glen organic crushed tomatoes with basil, undrained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (11 ounce) cangreen giant mexicorn whole mexicorn whole kernel corn, drained
1 (4 1/2 ounce) jar Green Giant sliced mushrooms, drained
grated parmesan cheese, if desired

1
Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package; cover to keep warm.
2
Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
3
Cook onion and bell pepper in oil 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
4
Remove from skillet.
5
Add beef to same skillet.
6
Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
7
Add onion and bell pepper to beef; mix well.
8
Stir in sugar, taco seasoning mix, tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn and mushrooms.
9
Heat to boiling.
10
Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
11
Serve over spaghetti.
12
Sprinkle with cheese.

457

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ cup chopped onion, 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Sassy Fiesta Spaghetti falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sassy Fiesta Spaghetti

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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