1poundlean ground beefor ground turkey - you can use more if preferred
1tablespoonolive oiloptional
2tablespoonsonion powder
1tablespoonchili powder
1.5teaspoonsdried oregano
2teaspoonsdried basil
1tablespoongarlic powder
2-3tablespoonssugaroptional
3cupswaterif you use more meat, you may need to increase this
2cans 15 oz tomato sauce
1package 16 oz whole wheat pasta
grated parmesan cheeseoptional
Instructions
In a dutch oven (any large pot or deep skillet will work so long as you can brown in the meat in it)
Brown the ground beef (you can use the optional olive oil here - I used it)
Once the meat is browned, add the onion powder, chili powder, oregano, basil, sugar and garlic powder and mix in thoroughly.
Add the water and the tomato sauce and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
Put the spaghetti in the sauce mixture and stir, take it slowly if you don't want to break it so you have longer pieces. Once pasta is fully submerged (it will have softened some) cover with lid and reduce heat to simmer.
Stir frequently to keep pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pan. It will be done once it has reached your desired softness, around 20 minutes or so. Don't forget to stir frequently.