Baked Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

1 lb spaghetti, cooked al dente

1 lb ground beef

1 small onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes

1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce

1 tsp Italian seasoning

½ tsp dried basil

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp salt

1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)

1 cup shredded mozzarella (optional, for topping)

½ cup grated Parmesan (optional, for flavor boost)

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