Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

Preparation

1. Step 1

   In a large saucepan, cook the beef over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes, or until browned on the outside and no longer pink in the center, stirring frequently to turn and break up the beef. Drain if necessary. Wipe the pan with paper towels. Return the beef to the pan.

   Step 2

   Stir in the remaining ingredients except the pasta. Simmer, covered, for 1 hour 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce seems too thick, gradually add water until the desired consistency.

   Step 3

   Meanwhile, prepare the pasta using the package directions, omitting the salt. Drain well in a colander. Serve topped with the sauce.

2. Nutrition information

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   (Per serving)

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   Calories: 287

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   Total fat: 3.0g

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   Saturated: 1.0g

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   Trans: 0.0g

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   Polyunsaturated: 0.5g

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   Monounsaturated: 1.0g

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   Cholesterol: 21mg

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   Sodium: 57mg

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   Carbohydrates: 50g

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   Fiber: 9g

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   Sugars: 7g

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   Protein: 18g

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   Calcium: 58mg

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   Potassium: 575mg

3. Dietary Exchanges

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   3 starch

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   1 vegetable

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   1 very lean meat