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Cajun Beef Spaghetti

Zesty Cajun Beef Spaghetti for an Easy Weeknight Win

Cajun Beef Spaghetti is a flavorful, comforting dish ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti can be swapped for whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust to taste
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce can use crushed tomatoes or marinara
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil vegetable oil can be used as well
  • 1 medium Onion chopped, can swap for red onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced for best flavor
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley can substitute with green onions or basil
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan option for nutritional yeast for a dairy-free alternative

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and drizzle with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for about 3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet and break it apart. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and drain excess fat.
  4. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper over the beef and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in tomato sauce and beef broth, stirring well. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Gently stir in the cooked spaghetti, ensuring all strands are well-coated. Toss with tongs to distribute the beef and sauce evenly.
  7. Divide among plates, garnish with parsley and grated Parmesan. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, ensure ground beef is fully browned and adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference. Cooking pasta to al dente is key for texture.

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