Quick Spaghetti

Directions

1. 1
   To cook spaghetti, drop it into a large amount of boiling salted water.
2. 2
   Lift or stir with fork frequently to keep spaghetti from sticking to pan.
3. 3
   Boil until just tender.
4. 4
   Drain well.
5. 5
   Season with salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Separate meat into small pieces with fork and season lightly.
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   Place in hot skillet and heat until red color just disappears, tossing with fork.
8. 8
   Remove meat,leaving drippings in skillet.
9. 9
   Add onions and green pepper to drippings, cover and cook gently 5 minutes.
10. 10
    (Add more fat if necessary).
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    Then add meat, tomato paste, and remaining ingredients.
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    Simmer gently 10 mintues.
13. 13
    Add spaghetti and reheat.
14. 14
    Serve with additional parmesan cheese, if desired.
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    Makes 6 to 8 servings, depending upon amount of spaghetti used.
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    Grated american cheese may be used instead of parmesan.