Pat's Spaghetti
This is a favorite in our family and requested by many friends. the longer it sets the better it tastes.
Steps
In large skillet saut onion , green pepper and garlic powder until onions turn opaque.
Add ground beef , cook until no pink remains , drain grease.
Salt to taste.
Sprinkle chili powder across hamburger until covered , stir thoroughly.
Add hot peppers if desired.
Add 1 / 2 cup ketchup.
Add 1 / 2 can tomato juice reserving rest for later addition.
Reduce heat to simmer , stirring occasionally.
In large pan cook spaghetti according to package directions.
Drain.
In spaghetti pan combine meat sauce , remaining tomato juice and spaghetti.
Replace pan on heat bringing to boil , stirring constantly to prevent sticking.
Turn off heat , cover pan and let set until all juice is absorbed.
Spaghetti will taste better the longer it sets.
To reheat , use microwave or place in baking dish , cover and place in oven stirring occasionally.
Ingredients
ground beef, onion, green pepper, chili powder, salt, tomato juice, ketchup, garlic powder, spaghetti, hot pepper