Chili Spaghetti

By carolync

Ingredients

• 12 oz. uncooked spaghetti or vermicelli
• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1 (15-oz.) can spicy chili beans, undrained
• 1 (14 1/2-oz.) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
• 1 (8-oz.) can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 2 oz. (1/2 cup) finely shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Preparation

Step 1

Cook spaghetti to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; cover to keep warm.

Meanwhile, in large skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium-high heat until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain.

Add chili beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder and cumin; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 10 to 15 minutes or until sauce is of desired consistency, stirring occasionally.

Serve sauce over spaghetti. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro.