Ev's Greek Spaghetti Dinner

Elevate your pasta night with "Ev's Greek Spaghetti Dinner," a Mediterranean twist on a classic favorite! This hearty and flavor-packed dish features tender spaghetti tossed in a rich, aromatic sauce made with ground lamb, fragrant cinnamon, and allspice, infused with hints of red wine and oregano. A generous topping of crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add a tangy, creamy finish to this unique take on spaghetti. Ready in under an hour, this Greek-inspired recipe is perfect for a cozy family meal or entertaining guests. Satisfy your craving for bold flavors and comfort food with this unforgettable dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb ground lamb
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp ground allspice
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground lamb. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and cooked through.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, and red wine. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate all the spices into the sauce.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.

Step 8

Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the sauce.

Step 9

Serve the Greek spaghetti on plates and top each portion with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Step 10

Enjoy your flavorful and comforting Greek-inspired spaghetti dinner!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1731.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2873.6

Total Fat 157.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.4g
Cholesterol 550.1mg	0%
Sodium 6642.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 159.8g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 793.7mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 3314.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 22.6%