Recipe: Spaghetti Bolognese (Weight Watchers)

SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE

3/4 pound ground lean beef
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 carrot, chopped
3 cups sliced mushrooms
1 (14 1/2 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup fat free milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked

Spray skillet with nonstick spray. Add beef and cook, stirring to break up until browned.

Add the onion and garlic, cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the carrot and cook about 2 minutes.

Stir in the mushrooms, tomatoes, paste, and herbs and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered 10 minutes.

Add the milk and cook, uncovered, until the sauce is thickened, about 15 minutes longer. Stir in the salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain, divide among 4 plates, and top with sauce.

4 servings
Weight Watchers Core or 8 points per serving

Source: Weight Watchers My TurnAround Cookbook