Quick and Easy Spaghetti
By: Mike, Posted: 4/8/2024
Looking for a quick and easy recipe that even the kids will enjoy? Our Quick and Easy Spaghetti is ready in 30 minutes and always hits the spot!
Need some more ideas for quick and easy dinners? Try our Quick and Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup, Turkey Pasta Bake, or Not Your Momma’s Beans and Rice for dinner tonight.
Our Quick and Easy Spaghetti
Nothing beats a quick and easy dinner after a long day. When Minda and I first moved in with each other we had very little time with her working days and I nights. We always struggled to be able to sit and enjoy dinner with each other during the week. Our Quick and Easy Spaghetti has always been a great go to when needing a quick, easy, and delicious meal.
Ingredients, Substitutions, and Additions
Ground turkey – Try ground beef, chicken, or pork. Most of the time we use ground turkey but sometimes we like to switch it up a bit.
Pasta Sauce – Use what your family loves. We love Prego Traditional. It always hits the spot.
Dry Seasonings – Instead of using Italian seasoning try using a mixture of your favorite seasonings. Try dried basil, oregano, thyme, fennel, rosemary and paprika. If you feel like a little bit of heat add some red pepper flakes.
Fresh veggies and herbs – Add some fresh basil, rosemary, and thyme to enhance the flavor of the sauce. Add some bell pepper, mushrooms, or black olives to hide veggies in your sauce. If you like spicy dice up some jalapeno or serrano and enjoy the burn.
Spaghetti Noodles – There are several different types of noodles that can be used. We love thick spaghetti noodles. Try angel hair or thin spaghetti for a smaller type of noodle. If you want to eat out of a bowl try cellentani, rotini, farfalle or penne.
Toppings – No pasta is complete without cheese. Grated, shredded, or shaved parmesan is perfect on top of your spaghetti. Also try a couple drops of your favorite hot sauce to kick up spiciness.
Preferred Pairings for Quick and Easy Spaghetti
Looking for that perfect side to accompany our Quick and Easy Spaghetti. Try our Garlic Lemon Green Beans, Parmesan Broccoli and Asparagus, or Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Feta for dinner tonight.
Garlic Lemon Green Beans – These Garlic Lemon Green Beans are a refreshing side for dinner tonight. Just a little garlic, lemon and a sprinkle of parm for perfection.
Parmesan Broccoli and Asparagus – Looking for some veggies to go along with dinner? Parmesan Broccoli and Asparagus is a yummy side to help get your daily dose of veggies in.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Feta – Looking for a great side dish for the upcoming holiday or maybe even dinner tonight? Our Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Feta are perfect for a feast or dinner tonight.
Ingredients for Quick and Easy Spaghetti
- 1.25 lbs Ground Turkey
- 1 Large Onion
- 3 Cloves Garlic
- 2 tbs Oil
- 1 1 lb Package Spaghetti
- 1 pinch of salt (1/2 teaspoon)
- 1 24 oz Jar Prego Traditional Pasta Sauce
Dry Seasonings
- 1 tbs Granulated Garlic
- 1 tbs Granulate Onion
- 1 tbs Italian Seasoning
- 1 tsp Kosher Sal
Toppings
- Grated Parmesan
Directions
Bring water to a boil, cook pasta, prep seasonings and veggies: Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. When the water is boiling add a pinch of salt (1/2 teaspoon) and the spaghetti noodles. Prepare the spaghetti noodles according to the packet’s instructions. Measure out dry seasonings (1 tablespoon granulated garlic, 1 tablespoon granulated onion, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon kosher salt,) and place in small bowl. Dice Onion into 1/4-to-1/2-inch pieces and mince garlic (3 cloves).
Sauté Onion and Garlic then brown Ground Turkey: In a large pan add 2 tbs oil and bring to temperature over medium high heat. When the oil ripples stir in diced onion (1 Onion). Sauté for 7 to 10 minutes. Add in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir constantly to prevent burring. Remove sautéed onion and garlic and place into a bowl. Stir in ground turkey (1.25 pounds). Cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until browned. Mix in sautéed onion, garlic, and dry seasoning and stir until combined.
Stir in Sauce, serve on top of pasta and enjoy: Stir in pasta sauce (1-24 oz Jar) bring to a boil then simmer for 5 minutes. Stir continually to prevent burning. Add cooked spaghetti noodles to a plate then top with desired amount of sauce. Sprinkle on some grated parmesan. Serve and enjoy!
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minutesLooking for a quick and easy recipe that even the kids will enjoy? Our Quick and Easy Spaghetti is ready in 30 minutes and always hits the spot!
Ingredients
1.25 lbs Ground Turkey
1 Large Onion
3 Cloves Garlic
2 tbs Oil
1 1 lb Package Spaghetti
1 pinch of salt (1/2 teaspoon)
1 24 oz Jar Prego Traditional Pasta Sauce
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Dry Seasonings 1 tbs Granulated Garlic
1 tbs Granulate Onion
1 tbs Italian Seasoning
1 tsp Kosher Salt
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Topping Grated Parmesan
Directions
- Bring water to a boil, cook pasta, prep seasonings and veggies: Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. When the water is boiling add a pinch of salt (1/2 teaspoon) and the spaghetti noodles. Prepare the spaghetti noodles according to the packet’s instructions. Measure out dry seasonings (1 tablespoon granulated garlic, 1 tablespoon granulated onion, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon kosher salt) and place in small bowl. Dice Onion into 1/4-to-1/2-inch pieces and mince garlic (3 cloves).
- Sauté Onion and Garlic then brown Ground Turkey: In a large pan add 2 tbs oil and bring to temperature over medium high heat. When the oil ripples stir in diced onion (1 Onion). Sauté for 7 to 10 minutes. Add in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir constantly to prevent burring. Remove sautéed onion and garlic and place into a bowl. Stir in ground turkey (1.25 pounds). Cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until browned. Mix in sautéed onion, garlic, and dry seasoning and stir until combined.
- Stir in Sauce, serve on top of pasta and enjoy: Stir in pasta sauce (1-24 oz Jar) bring to a boil then simmer for 5 minutes. Stir continually to prevent burning. Add cooked spaghetti noodles to a plate then top with desired amount of sauce. Sprinkle on some grated parmesan. Serve and enjoy!
