BEEF AND BEANS PASTA

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Adapted from an Australian 'Survival From The Fittest' cookbook. This recipe is easy and quick to prepare. Leftovers can be kept in the fridge for 2 days. It's also perfect for OAMC and make-ahead meals. Can be frozen up to 2 months.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 lb lean ground beef
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 cup beef stock (use low sodium if you wish)
20 ounces pasta sauce (home made or in an jar)
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
10 ounces corn kernels (frozen or canned)
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 lb spaghetti
parmesan cheese (optional)
fresh cilantro (optional) or parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet, then brown the beef with chili powder and herbs for about 5 minutes over medium heat.
  • Stir in beef stock and pasta sauce and bring mixture to boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer (partially covered) for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add beans, corn and pepper, then cook for another 5 minutes.
  • While the sauce is simmering, prepare the pasta according to the package instructions.
  • Drain pasta and serve hot with the sauce.
  • Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs, if desired, just prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.4, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 49.1, Sodium 650.9, Carbohydrate 94.8, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 10.5, Protein 35.2

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