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Taco Spaghetti

Taco Spaghetti: Quick and Cheesy Weeknight Delight

Enjoy a quick and tasty Taco Spaghetti that's perfect for busy weeknights with the whole family.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti Noodles Any long noodle can be used
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Aim for 90/10 or 93/7
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Substitutes include red onion or shallots
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 can Rotel Tomatoes Can substitute with regular diced tomatoes
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can use Mexican cheese blend or pepper jack
For the Fresh Touch
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Flat-leaf parsley can be used as an alternative

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Boil salted water in a large pot. Add spaghetti noodles and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain spaghetti.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the lean ground beef with chopped yellow onion for about 5 minutes until meat is fully cooked and onions are translucent.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and Rotel tomatoes, then pour in reserved pasta water. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss with the beef and sauce mixture using tongs.
  5. Sprinkle in shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy. Cook for an additional minute.
  6. Serve Taco Spaghetti hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and optional toppings like sour cream or salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use salted water when boiling for better flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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