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Cheesy Taco Spaghetti
A cheesy taco spaghetti full of taco seasoning, ground beef, cheese, and fresh toppings!
Course
Dinner
Cuisine
American, Italian, Mexican
Keyword
cheese, spaghetti, taco
Prep Time
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
Calories
Ingredients
8
oz
spaghetti noodles
1
tablespoon
olive oil
1/2
cup
diced onions
2
teaspoons
minced garlic
1
lb.
ground beef
1/2
teaspoon
salt
1/2
teaspoon
black pepper
1/2
teaspoon
garlic powder
10
oz
Rotel tomatoes, undrained
1/2
cup
Original Taco sauce
(can add more if desired)
TACO SEASONINGS
1½- 2
teaspoons
chili powder
½- 1
teaspoon
cumin
1/2
teaspoon
oregano
1/4
teaspoon
garlic powder
1/4
teaspoon
onion powder
¼-½
teaspoon
salt
1/2
teaspoon
paprika
1 ½-2
cups
Mexican cheese blend, shredded, (divided)
Can add more if desired *See Note
cilantro & green onions, chopped
garnish
Toppings
fresh tomatoes, sour cream, black olives, etc.
Instructions
Cook spaghetti in salted water, according to the package until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large deep skillet, heat olive oil.
Add onions and cook until tender.
Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
Add ground beef to pan, using a spatula to break it up into small pieces.
Sprinkle the beef with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
Cook beef until done and then drain.
Add in Rotel, taco sauce and cooked spaghetti, tossing to coat. Reduce the heat to medium-low (to keep warm)
Mix together taco seasonings and sprinkle over the pasta. Toss to coat.
Stir in 1 cup of cheese. Taste and adjust spices. (Add more cheese if desired) *See note
Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top and place a lid over the pot to allow the cheese to melt.
Sprinkle the top with fresh cilantro and chopped green onions
Plate and top with your favorite taco toppings.
Notes
Want a creamy, cheesy taco spaghetti? Replace some of the shredded cheese with American processed cheese for creaminess.