Ground Beef Spaghetti Casserole That's Diabetic Friendly

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Whether you are a beginning cook or an experienced one, this is a recipe you will be proud to serve.  It is simple, easy and delicious.  This dish is easy to assemble and only needs a half hour to bake.  In this one dish you have grains, vegetables, meat, and dairy products.  Add a tossed salad or steamed fresh broccoli, some crusty bread, and you have an easy, healthy meal for your family to enjoy.  If you follow my blogs, you know I am big on family meal time.  I believe we need to spend more time in the kitchen and less in the fast food drive-through lanes.  Your family will eat better when you cook at home.  It doesn't have to be elaborate, just satisfying.  If your children are old enough, let them help by setting the table, putting the salad together, filling the water glasses, etc.  They can also help after the meal by joining in clearing the table, loading the dishwasher, etc.  It is a great time for parents and children to talk about their day and spend valuable time together.  This casserole is a great block to building a fantastic family meal!



GROUND BEEF SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE



12 oz whole-wheat spaghetti, cooked according to package directions, drained



1 small can black olives, drained and chopped



1 small jar of sliced mushrooms, drained and chopped



1 (28 oz) can whole tomatoes, drained and chopped



1 medium onion, chopped



1 tbsp olive oil



2 lbs lean ground beef



2 tsp oregano



1 tsp basil



2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese



1 can fat-free cream of mushroom soup



1/4 cup water



Saute onion in butter.  Remove from pan and cook ground beef until browned.  Drain and rinse with hot water.  Return to skillet and add onion, ollives, mushrooms, tomatoes and spices.  Spray a large casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.  Layer into casserole as follows:  1/2 the spaghetti, 1/2 the meat mixture, 1 cup mozzarella; repeat with the remaining halves.  Mix soup and water together until smooth; pour over casserole.  Sprinkle top with parmesan cheese if desired.  Bake at 350 degrees about 1/2 hour until heated through and cheese melts.



Enjoy!


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