Ingredients
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1 zucchini, diced
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1 (32 ounce) can diced tomatoes
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1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
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1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet spaghetti sauce, seasoning
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4 ounces salsa (more if you like- heat your decision)
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1 purple onion, diced
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2 garlic cloves, mashed
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1 teaspoon cumin
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2 tablespoons italian seasoning
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1 cup swiss chard, stems removed or 12 ounces spinach, frozen, thawed and squeezed
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1 lb hamburger (could also be a mix of ground meats)
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1 red pepper, cut up
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3 carrots, diced
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pasta, of your choice
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parsley
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cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Brown beef with onion, cumin, and garlic, drain, and set aside.
- In a large kettle mix together onions, garlic,(hamburger if using) and all other ingredients, bring to a rolling boil, stirring frequently then turn to simmer for at least 30 minute.
- The longer it simmers the richer the flavors.
- Use over pasta and sprinkle parsley and shredded cheese over top.