First, here's your quick and "easy peasy" recipe...
Got a spaghetti lover who skips the salad? Stir Easy Peasie Veggie Powder Blends right into your meat sauce while it simmers—or even mix a little into the cooked noodles! It's a deliciously sneaky way to add veggie nutrition without a veggie protest.
And here's your detailed recipe...
Ingredients:
For the Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 (24 oz) jar of your favorite marinara or pasta sauce
- 1-2 tablespoons Easy Peasie Veggie Powder Blends (Original, Green, or Red – your choice!)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz dried spaghetti noodles
- Water for boiling
- Salt for pasta water
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking if needed.
- Sauté the Aromatics: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Brown the Meat: Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet. Cook until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the Sauce and Veggie Power: Pour in your jar of marinara sauce. Stir in 1–2 tablespoons of Easy Peasie Veggie Powder Blends and mix well. Add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste. Let it all simmer together for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Combine and Serve: Toss the cooked spaghetti noodles with the meat sauce, or serve the sauce spooned generously over the noodles. For extra fun, sprinkle a little more Easy Peasie on top!
Easy Peasie Tip:
Want to add even more veggie goodness? Stir some Easy Peasie right into your garlic bread butter or sprinkle on top of pizza night leftovers. It's the easiest bridge to veggie-loving kids!
