Description
This Taco Spaghetti recipe combines the flavors of tacos with a comforting pasta dish. It’s a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (1-ounce) packet taco seasoning
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, sour cream, or sliced jalapeños for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add seasonings: Stir in garlic and taco seasoning, cooking for 1 minute. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Stir in half of the cheeses until melted.
- Finish and serve: Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Cover and heat until cheese melts. Serve hot with optional garnishes.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, use hot diced tomatoes or add crushed red pepper.
- Ground turkey or plant-based crumbles can be used in place of beef.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
