Taco Spaghetti Recipe
Taco spaghetti is a quick, flavorful dish that combines taco-seasoned ground beef with spaghetti, cheese, and a creamy sauce. It’s an easy, cheesy fusion meal perfect for weeknights.
Equipment
- Large pot For boiling the pasta.
- Large skillet or pan To cook the ground beef and mix the ingredients.
- Colander For draining the cooked spaghetti.
- Wooden spoon or spatula To stir the meat mixture and pasta.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons For measuring out ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion (optional)
- 1/2 cup bell pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti as per package instructions, then drain.
- In a large pan, cook the ground beef with taco seasoning until browned.
- Add tomato sauce and diced tomatoes, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in cooked spaghetti and top with cheese and sour cream. Simmer until the cheese melts.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version of this recipe.
- Add fresh vegetables to the beef mixture for a healthier option.