Description
Taco Spaghetti is a delicious and unique dish that combines the comforting textures of spaghetti with the bold flavors of taco seasoning and creamy cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pot meal can be ready in just 25 minutes. The tender spaghetti is enveloped in a zesty sauce made from seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, and cream cheese, creating an irresistible fusion that will satisfy both taco lovers and pasta enthusiasts alike. Garnish with fresh cilantro or serve with your favorite toppings for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
- Olive oil or butter
- Diced onion
- Minced garlic
- Ground beef (or turkey/plant-based crumbles)
- Taco seasoning
- Diced tomatoes with green chiles
- Beef broth
- Tomato paste
- Cream cheese
- Cooked spaghetti
- Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat and sauté diced onion until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, and cream cheese. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the sauce and shredded cheese until well combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg