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beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in calories.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber and nutrients.

tomato

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are often less expensive and convenient.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini can provide similar texture and flavor.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Add pasta to boiling water and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain pasta and set aside.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.

Season with cumin, coriander, black pepper, and salt; stir well.

Add water and bay leaves, simmer for 15 minutes to meld flavors.

Mix in cooked pasta, tossing to combine evenly with sauce.

Sprinkle with parsley and chili flakes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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