Spaghetti with a Kick

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I've been modifying this recipe over the years and this current rendition has become a real crowd-pleaser. It's quick, easy and a nice change of pace from regular spaghetti.

Submitted by Lisa
Updated on July 14, 2022
3
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound spaghetti

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans

  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce

  • salt to taste

  • ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. In a large skillet heat cook the onion in the olive oil until tender. Add the spaghetti sauce, black beans, kidney beans, corn, and mix well. Stir in the cumin, red pepper sauce, salt, and ground black pepper. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, in a large pot with boiling salted water cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain.

  3. Toss pasta with spaghetti sauce. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

393 Calories
5g Fat
70g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 393
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 534mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 70g 26%
Dietary Fiber 10g 36%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 15g 31%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 79mg 6%
Iron 5mg 26%
Potassium 387mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.