1teaspoonsmoked paprika(regular paprika can be used)
4bay leaves
1teaspoonkosher salt
1teaspoonground black pepper
Instructions
In a 2-quart microwave-safe dish mix 1 tablespoon olive oil and dry pasta together. Microwave at 30% power for 3 to 7 minutes or until half the pasta is blistered. Check and stir frequently it can burn quickly.
In a skillet (or the pot of a crock pot that has a browning function), add 1 tablespoon olive oil, ground beef, onion, and bell pepper. Saute until ground beef is cooked through.
Add pasta, garlic, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire, Italian seasoning, paprika, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Cover crockpot and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or until the pasta is tender.
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Notes
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VARIATIONS: Use ground chicken or turkey in place of beef.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and parmesan cheese.