Spanish Noodles Nothing Spanish About It
"Spanish Noodles Nothing Spanish About It" is a charmingly misnamed, hearty comfort food dish that's as easy to make as it is satisfying to eat. This recipe combines tender egg noodles with savory ground beef, diced onions, and a tangy, flavor-packed tomato-based sauce enriched with a touch of Worcestershire and Italian seasoning. A hint of sugar balances out the acidity, while a silky finish of melted butter ties it all together. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, offering a cozy, nostalgic flavor with minimal effort. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish, and pair with crusty bread or a crisp green salad for the ultimate comforting meal. Keywords: easy noodle recipe, ground beef pasta, egg noodle dinner, quick comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 15 oz canned tomato sauce
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp butter
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the noodles are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary.
Add the diced onion to the skillet with the cooked ground beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sauce and toss everything together until the noodles are well coated. Add the butter and stir until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy this satisfying, flavor-packed noodle dish with a side of crusty bread or a light salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1983 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 111.5 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.5 g | 233% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 4623 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.9 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.5 g | ||
| Protein | 97.6 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 3027 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
