Brian Ochieng

Southwestern Baked Spaghetti

Ingredients:

 

8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Directions:

1, Cook spaghetti per package direcions.

2, Combine milk and egg, mix well.

3, Combine drained spaghetti, milk and egg; mix well.

4, Pour spaghetti mixture into a buttered 9X13 inch casserole dish.
 

5, Brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper and garlic in a large skillet; drain.

6, Return drained meat back into the skillet and add seasonings; Cook for 2 minutes.
 

7, Stir in tomato sauce and cook for 2 more minutes.

8, Spread meat mixture over spaghetti.

9, Sprinkle with cheese.

10, Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes or until cheese melts and is bubbly.
 

11, Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes.