Prepare pasta according to package directions.

While pasta is cooking, combine beef, onion and garlic in a large skillet; cook until meat is no longer pink. Set aside. In blender, combine remaining ingredients; process for 30 seconds. Add tomato mixture to meat; simmer about 20 minutes.

When pasta is done, drain well. Add the sauce to the pasta and serve.

Each serving provides: 823 Calories; 36.7 g Protein; 138 g Carbohydrates; 11.9 g Fat; 44.9 mg Cholesterol; 371 mg Sodium. Calories from Fat: 13%

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