Taco Spaghetti: The Ultimate Fusion of Bold Flavors and Comfort Food
Taco Spaghetti is a delicious fusion of Mexican and Italian cuisine, combining seasoned beef, salsa, and melted cheese with spaghetti. It’s a quick, easy, and satisfying meal for lunch or dinner. With bold flavors and a creamy, cheesy texture, this one-pot dish is a crowd-pleaser that can be customized to your liking.
Equipment
- Large pot (for cooking spaghetti)
- Large skillet or deep pan (for cooking beef and sauce)
- Strainer (to drain pasta)
- Wooden spoon or spatula (for mixing and breaking up meat)
- Measuring cups and spoons (for accurate ingredient portions)
- Cheese grater (if using block cheese)
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spaghetti
- 1 Ib Ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 small Onion, diced
- 2 Cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Packet taco seasoning
- 10 oz Rotel tomatoes (or diced tomatoes + green chilies)
- 1 cup Salsa (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups Beef broth (or chicken/vegetable broth)
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup Sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics
- - Heat olive oil at medium heat in a skillet.- Add diced onions, and cook for 3 minutes.- Add minced garlic, and cook for 30 seconds.
Cook the Meat
- - Add ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks (5–7 minutes).- Drain excess grease.
Season & Simmer
- - Stir in taco seasoning, Rotel tomatoes, salsa, and beef broth.- Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Combine Pasta & Cheese
- - Add cooked spaghetti and mix well.- Stir in cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese until melted.- Mix in sour cream for creaminess.
Serve & Enjoy
- - Garnish with toppings of choice and serve hot.
