Ingredients

1/2

lb. lean ground beef

2

oz. (1/2 cup) sliced pepperoni, chopped

1

(14-oz.) jar spaghetti sauce (2 cups)

3/4

cup water

7

oz. (2 cups) uncooked ready-cut spaghetti

1/4

cup sliced ripe olives

1/2

green bell pepper, cut into bite-sized strips

4

oz. (1 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese

Preparation

Brown ground beef in large skillet over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked. Add pepperoni; cook 1 minute. Drain.

Stir in spaghetti sauce, water and uncooked spaghetti. Bring to a boil; stir. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes or until spaghetti is of desired doneness, stirring occasionally.

Add olives; stir gently to mix. Arrange pepper strips over top. Sprinkle with cheese. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.