Spaghetti!

Dinner tonight is pretty simple, something even Elijah can't turn down (as long as I get his out before I add the meat...)! Spaghetti! I have to say, I love to make my own sauce. And of course, since I rarely actually write it down, I always have something different each time. But what's wrong with that? It always tastes good!
The mix that I always start with is one I got from Miserly Moms by Jpnni McCoy. Anyone who is trying to cut costs, this is a must-read! It has tips on everything from making your own Ranch dressing to crafts for kids to saving money on groceries to gift ideas! With all these prices that are skyrocketing, finding ways to bring our bills down is something I'm always on the hunt for!

Spaghetti Herb Mix

1/2 c garlic powder
1/2 c onion powder
1/2 c dried oregano
3 Tbsp dried basil
3 Tbsp dried thyme
3 Tbsp salt
2 Tbsp sugar

Mix well and store in airtight container. Makes 10 servings or uses. To use, blend 16 oz. diced tomatoes with 1/4 cup of the mix.

That's the recipe exactly like it is in the book. However, I tend to make some changes. With the mix, 1/2 c onion powder is just too much for me, so I tend to cut it back to somewhere between 1/3-1/4. I also think 3 Tbsp thyme and 3 Tbsp salt is a bit much, so I cut those in half. One last note about this recipe, if you make it as it is above, it will be a bit dry with just the 16 oz. tomatoes...

My Spaghetti Sauce!!!

1/8 c spaghetti herb mix
16 oz. petite diced tomatoes
29 oz. tomato sauce
1 lb. ground beef, browned and drained
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, diced
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp minced garlic

Mix all and heat until bubbling. Then mix with cooked spaghetti noodles. Serve with Parmesan cheese if
desired. Enjoy!