Description
Spaghetti meets Mexican zest in this mouthwatering Taco Spaghetti fusion that blends comfort and spice into one irresistible dish. Quick to prepare and packed with bold flavors, this recipe promises a delightful dinner that satisfies cravings and brings excitement to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 ounces (340 grams) spaghetti
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade blend)
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes (diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Garnish and Aromatics:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Warm a large skillet over medium-high heat, drizzling olive oil to coat the bottom.
- Crumble ground beef into the pan, browning thoroughly and eliminating any excess fat.
- Dust the meat with vibrant taco seasoning, ensuring each morsel is evenly coated with robust flavors.
- Pour in Rotel tomatoes, beef broth, and tomato sauce, creating a zesty liquid base that will infuse the pasta with rich taste.
- Snap spaghetti strands in half, nestling them into the simmering sauce, gently pushing the pasta beneath the liquid to guarantee even cooking.
- Reduce heat, cover the skillet, and allow the pasta to absorb the spicy liquid, stirring periodically to prevent sticking and ensure uniform tenderness.
- When spaghetti reaches optimal texture and most liquid has disappeared, generously cascade shredded cheddar cheese across the surface.
- Replace lid momentarily, letting cheese melt into a luxurious blanket over the dish.
- Finish by scattering chopped red onion and fresh cilantro, creating a vibrant, aromatic presentation.
- Serve piping hot, ready to delight hungry diners with its fusion of mexican and italian influences.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, healthier protein option that reduces saturated fat intake.
- Choose whole wheat spaghetti to boost fiber content and create a more nutritious meal with added complex carbohydrates.
- Control spice levels by adjusting taco seasoning quantity or using a mild version for families with sensitive palates.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting regular spaghetti with gluten-free pasta made from rice, corn, or legume bases without compromising flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg