Spaghetti – My Kids Favorite Pasta


Ingredients :

  • 1/4 lb. ground pork
  • 1/4 lb. ground beef
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 to 4 hotdogs (wieners), sliced
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 can tomato paste
  • 1 cup spaghetti water
  • cornstarch, to thicken (optional)
  • 1/2 lb. spaghetti
  • grated cheese (of your choice), for toppings
(Food Measurement)

Cooking Procedures :

  1. Boil spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve a cup of water. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown meat for 3 to 5 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in garlic and onions. Sauté for a few minutes until onions are soft and translucent.
  3. Season with oregano, sugar, salt and pepper, and then add in the sliced hotdogs, stir to blend.
  4. Add tomato sauce and tomato paste. Stir and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. Pour spaghetti water and let simmer again. Thicken with cornstarch (if using). Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. You may combine the pasta and the sauce, depends on your style and liking. Or you’ll let the individuals do the mixing for themselves. Top with grated cheese. Enjoy!

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