Shiitake Spaghetti

I love the taste that the Shiitake mushrooms give the sauce. My son gives it a ten thumbs up.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  ounces shiitake mushrooms, diced
• 2  ounces white mushrooms, diced
• 1  medium onion
• 3  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  lb  extra lean ground beef
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can Italian-style tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1  teaspoon basil
• 2  tablespoons  italian seasoning
• 1  large bay leaf
• 1  teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1  lb spaghetti noodles
• 2  tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Cook the spaghetti noodles according to the package.
2. In a deep skillet, heat the oil, add the garlic and saute for a few seconds.
3. Next add the onions and continue sauteing until the onion is tender and transparent.
4. Add the hamburger and brown,crumbling it as you do.
5. Drain in a colander.
6. If you are watching your fat intake, rinse the hamburger mixture under hot water.
7. Return the hamburger to the skillet and add the rest of the ingredients.
8. Heat until bubbly.
9. Remove the bay leaf and discard.
10. Serve the sauce over the noodles.