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Spanish Spaghetti W/Pimento-Stuffed Olives - Zwt-8
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 16
I doubt there are many among us who don't like spaghetti & I doubt there are many of you who won't love this Spanish version that features the addition of pimento-stuffed olives. (10 min was allowed for ingredient prep) *Enjoy.
Ingredients:
8 ounces thin spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups onions, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, crushed (optional)
8 ounces ground beef, extra-lean
1 2/3 cups marinara sauce, low-sodium
1/2 cup pimento stuffed olive, sliced
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 tablespoon capers, small
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped & divided
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to pkg directions (Omit salt & fat). Drain.
2. Heat oil in a lrg skillet over med-high heat. Add onion & sauté 4 min or until tender. Add garlic & sauté 1 minute. Stir in oregano, celery salt, red pepper, black pepper & saffron (if desired).
3. Crumble beef into pan. Cook 5 min or until beef is browned, stirring to further crumble the beef. Stir in marinara sauce, olives, sherry, capers & 3 tbsp parsley. Bring to a boil, reduce heat & simmer 15 minutes.
4. Add cooked spaghetti to sauce mixture. Cook 2 min or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle w/remaining 1 tbsp parsley to serve.
By RecipeOfHealth.com