Description
This One Pot Taco Spaghetti recipe is a convenient and flavorful twist on traditional spaghetti, infused with Tex-Mex flair. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 3 cups beef broth
- 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
Finishing Touches:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, cook ground beef in olive oil until browned. Add onion and garlic, cook until softened.
- Add Seasonings and Liquids: Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Simmer.
- Cook the Pasta: Add uncooked spaghetti to the skillet. Simmer covered until pasta is tender.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, stir in cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro or green onions.
Notes
- Enhance with black beans, corn, or bell peppers.
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
