How to Make Ground Sausage Spaghetti - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's no denying the appeal of a heaping plate of spaghetti, especially when it's loaded with flavorful ground sausage. This classic Italian dish is a beloved favorite the world over, and for good reason. The combination of hearty ground sausage, tangy tomato sauce, and al dente spaghetti noodles is a timeless flavor profile that will never go out of style.

Whether you're cooking for a family weeknight dinner or hosting a casual gathering with friends, ground sausage spaghetti is th...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground sausage
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • ½ green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons margarine
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Cook and stir sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Stir onion, bell pepper, and margarine into sausage. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until onion is soft, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir tomatoes, tomato sauce, and Italian seasoning into sausage mixture; bring to a boil. Stir in Parmesan cheese and pour over cooked spaghetti. Top with mozzarella.
  • Nutrition

    558 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 1055mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 63g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 141mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 588mg