One Skillet Spaghetti

This Taste of Home recipe is like homemade 'Hamburger Helper' if you will.  It is fast, yummy and feeds 4 - 6 people. 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 1 package (7 ounces) ready-cut spaghetti
• 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 3/4 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 can (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

In a large skillet, brown beef and onions; drain. Stir in uncooked spaghetti and the next eight ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until the spaghetti is tender. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and heat until melted. Yield: 4-6 servings.

Originally published as One-Skillet Spaghetti in Taste of Home February/March 1996, p12