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Taco Spaghetti Recipe

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  • Author: Jaden
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Description

Taco Spaghetti is a flavorful and easy one-pot meal combining the zest of taco seasoning with hearty ground beef, tender spaghetti, and a creamy blend of cheeses. Perfect for a comforting family dinner, this dish brings together Mexican-inspired flavors with classic Italian pasta in a delicious, cheesy skillet meal.

Ingredients

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Proteins and Vegetables

  • 2 lbs Lean Ground Beef (turkey, chicken or sausage will also work)
  • 1 Yellow Onion, diced
  • 1/2 Large Green Bell Pepper, diced

Seasonings and Sauces

  • 2 oz Taco Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Spicy Ranch or Original Ranch Seasoning (optional)
  • 14.5 oz Can of Fire Roasted Tomatoes
  • 10 oz Can of Rotel (any flavor)

Pasta and Liquids

  • 1 lb Spaghetti, broken in half unless it fits in your pan
  • 4 cups Beef Broth

Dairy

  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 4 oz Velveeta Cheese
  • 4 oz Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • 4 oz Grated Pepper Jack Cheese

Toppings (Optional)

  • Jalapeños
  • Green Onions
  • Cilantro
  • Hot Sauce
  • Crushed Doritos

Instructions

  1. Brown the meat and vegetables: In a Dutch oven or large skillet with deep sides, cook the ground beef with the diced onions and green bell peppers over medium heat until the meat is browned and vegetables are softened. Drain any excess grease to avoid a greasy dish.
  2. Add seasonings and tomatoes: Stir in the taco seasoning, optional ranch seasoning, fire roasted tomatoes, and Rotel. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
  3. Prepare to cook the pasta: Place the broken spaghetti on top of the meat mixture in the pan, then pour in the beef broth, ensuring all the pasta is submerged under the liquid.
  4. Simmer the pasta: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then cover with a lid and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking together.
  5. Add cheeses and sour cream: Once the pasta is cooked and most of the liquid absorbed, stir in the sour cream along with Velveeta, sharp cheddar, and pepper jack cheeses. Mix thoroughly until all the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
  6. Adjust consistency and serve: If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk or water to reach your desired consistency. Serve immediately as is or topped with your favorite garnishes like jalapeños, green onions, cilantro, hot sauce, or crushed Doritos.

Notes

  • You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or sausage depending on your preference.
  • If you don’t have ranch seasoning, you can omit it or replace it with a bit of garlic or onion powder.
  • Breaking the spaghetti in half helps it fit better in the pan and cook evenly.
  • Stirring occasionally during simmering is important to prevent pasta from sticking and burning.
  • Add liquids gradually if you find the pasta absorbing too much; keep an eye on consistency.
  • This dish reheats well in the microwave or on the stovetop with a little added broth or water.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 850 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 23 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg

Find it online: https://yummyhere.com/taco-spaghetti-recipe/