TANGY MEAT SAUCE

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This is the best meat sauce I've ever tried. It's economical, timely and absolutely delicious. I often prepare batches for new moms because it can be kept in the freezer for future meals. Try it with ground chicken instead of beef, if you prefer. -Adalia Schweitzer, Hamilton, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

Crumble beef into a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Add the onion, green pepper and garlic. Cover and microwave on high for 5-6 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, stirring frequently; drain. , Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, vinegar, salt, basil and oregano. Cover and microwave at 70% power for 6-8 minutes or until heated through, stirring once. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 19g protein.