Taco Spaghetti To Die For
A comforting, family-friendly fusion of classic spaghetti and bold taco flavors — ground beef simmered in taco seasoning and tomato sauce tossed with spaghetti and topped with melted cheddar and fresh garnishes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti uncooked
- 1.5 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 clove garlic minced
- 1.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro chopped, optional garnish
- 1 each lime cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds more until fragrant, then add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Drain excess fat if necessary, then stir in taco seasoning, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with juices, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer and cook 5 to 7 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or broth to reach desired consistency.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the taco-style meat sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the pasta, cover the skillet, and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Serve immediately topped with chopped cilantro and lime wedges. Enjoy warm.
Notes
This dish reheats well and is great for leftovers. Add a dollop of sour cream or sliced jalapeños for extra heat.
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