Dirty Spaghetti Is the 30-Minute, One-Pot Dinner We All Need

A quick one-pot spaghetti with Cajun-seasoned ground beef, onions, peppers, and garlic cooked together with pasta in the same pot for an easy, flavorful 30-minute dinner.

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Step 1

Cook the beef: Heat the olive oil in a 4- to 6-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring often, until browned and crumbly, 6 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the Cajun seasoning and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 2

Cook the vegetables: Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and translucent, about 4 minutes.

Step 3

Cook the pasta: Add the spaghetti and water to the pot, ensuring the pasta is submerged. Cover the pot with a lid and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, remove the lid and cook, stirring often, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened slightly, 7 to 8 minutes. Stir in the black pepper and remaining 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning until well combined.

Step 4

Serve: Remove from the heat and taste, adding salt if needed. Garnish with green onions, parsley, and/or hot sauce if desired, and serve.