Description

This creative and flavorful dish takes spaghetti with ground beef to the next level by wrapping the beef around the spaghetti and cooking it in a rich tomato and red wine sauce. With the addition of bell peppers, garlic, and a generous layer of melted mozzarella, this meal becomes a complete and delicious experience that everyone will love

Ingredients

• Spaghetti pasta
• 400g ground beef
• 3 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 500ml red wine
• 400ml tomato sauce
• 7 slices of mozzarella cheese

Step by Step Instructions

• Step 1

  

  Start by taking 400g of ground beef and wrapping it around small portions of uncooked spaghetti. Make sure the beef is tightly wrapped around the spaghetti to hold its shape during cooking

• Step 2

  

  In a large skillet, fry the spaghetti portions wrapped in ground beef until the beef is browned and cooked on the outside. This will seal the beef and ensure it holds together

• Step 3

  

  Add 3 chopped garlic cloves to the skillet, distributing them evenly among the spaghetti and beef

• Step 4

  

  Add half of a chopped green bell pepper, half of a chopped red bell pepper, and half of a chopped onion. Sauté the ingredients together, allowing the flavors to blend

• Step 5

  

  Pour 500ml of red wine into the skillet, covering the spaghetti and beef. Let the wine cook down a bit to evaporate the alcohol and intensify the flavor

• Step 6

  

  Add 400ml of tomato sauce to the skillet, thoroughly coating the spaghetti and beef. Stir gently to distribute the sauce evenly

• Step 7

  

  Place 7 slices of mozzarella cheese over the spaghetti and beef, allowing the cheese to begin melting and blending with the sauce

• Step 8

  

  Cover the skillet and let it cook on low heat for a few more minutes, until the mozzarella is fully melted and the sauce has slightly thickened

• Step 9

  

  Serve hot and enjoy this delicious combination of spaghetti, ground beef, and creamy wine sauce with melted mozzarella

Tips and Conclusion

Final Tips:

Customize the Dish: Try adding other ingredients like olives or mushrooms to the sauce for an extra burst of flavor.

Cooking the Spaghetti: Make sure not to overcook the spaghetti before wrapping it in the beef, as it will continue to cook in the skillet.

Side Dishes: This dish pairs well with a green salad or crispy garlic bread to complete the meal.

This spaghetti with ground beef and wine sauce is a delightful way to put a twist on a classic recipe, bringing rich flavors and a unique presentation to your table. Enjoy!