Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
8 oz

Spaghetti

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 clove

Garlic

chopped

1 unit

Green pepper

cut into strips

1 tbsp

Fresh oregano

minced

1 tsp

Dry oregano

crumbled

0.25 lb

Sliced cheese

provolone, mozzarella, or fontina

1 lb

Ground beef

1 lrg

Onion

sliced

0.5 lb

Fresh mushrooms

sliced

16 oz

Spaghetti sauce

Step 1
~3 min

Cook spaghetti according to package directions.

Step 2
~3 min

Shape ground beef into 4 oval patties, about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Fry patties in the skillet until browned on both sides.

Step 5
~3 min

Season patties with salt.

Step 6
~3 min

Remove patties from the skillet and set aside.

Step 7
~3 min

Add sliced onion to the drippings in the pan and cook until tender.

Step 8
~3 min

Add chopped garlic, sliced mushrooms, and green pepper strips to the pan.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook until vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 10
~3 min

Drain off any excess fat from the pan.

Step 11
~3 min

Stir in minced fresh oregano (or crumbled dry oregano) and spaghetti sauce into the vegetables.

Step 12
~3 min

Heat the sauce to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute.

Step 13
~3 min

Return the beef patties to the skillet with the sauce.

Step 14
~3 min

Top each patty with a slice of provolone, mozzarella, or fontina cheese.

Step 15
~3 min

Heat until the cheese is melted and the patties are heated through.

Step 16
~3 min

Drain the cooked spaghetti and place it on a serving plate.

Step 17
~3 min

Use a pancake turner to transfer the beef patties and sauce over the spaghetti.

Step 18
~3 min

Garnish with fresh oregano, if desired.

Step 19
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the beef patties are cooked to a safe internal temperature.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little heat.

Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with garlic bread and a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy/United States

Cultural Significance

A popular Italian-American dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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