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Taco Spaghetti

A Mexican twist on traditional spaghetti - a one dish wonder, perfect for a hungry group!
Servings 6
Calories 120kcal
Author Sara

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 95% lean ground beef
  • ½ cup onion chopped
  • 10 ounces long spaghetti broken in half, cooked
  • 10 ounce Ro*Tel diced tomatoes & green chiles undrained
  • 8 ounces canned mushrooms stems and pieces, undrained
  • 8 ounces roasted garlic tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 pkg mild taco seasoning mix
  • 1 tablespoon garlic pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 cups water
  • Sour cream and Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook beef in large skillet with onions and minced garlic until no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Add taco seasoning, water, Ro*Tel, tomato sauce and mushrooms until well mixed.
  • Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and mix together with other ingredients.
  • Season with the salt and garlic pepper.
  • Let cook for about 10 minutes before serving, stirring occasionally.
  • Garnish with sour cream and Parmesan cheese if you'd like.

Notes

  1. Proper Meat Browning: When cooking the ground beef with onions and minced garlic, make sure to break the beef into smaller pieces as it cooks to ensure even browning. This step helps develop rich flavor and texture in the dish.
  2. Flavor Enhancement: To enhance the flavor profile of the dish, consider adding additional seasonings or ingredients according to your taste preferences. For example, you can include diced bell peppers, black beans, or corn for added texture and flavor. Adjust the amount of taco seasoning, salt, and garlic pepper to suit your preferred level of spiciness and seasoning intensity.
  3. Pasta Cooking Technique: To prevent the spaghetti from becoming mushy or overcooked, cook it according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8–10 minutes. Be sure to drain the cooked spaghetti well before adding it to the skillet with the other ingredients. This helps maintain the desired texture of the pasta and prevents the dish from becoming too watery.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 2541mg | Potassium: 336mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 0.4IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg