One-Pot Taco Spaghetti
A delicious fusion of taco flavors and pasta, this one-pot taco spaghetti is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Packed with savory ground beef, tangy tomato sauce, and melted cheese, it's sure to be a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup yellow onion diced
- 4½ tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with juice
- 8 oz spaghetti uncooked
- 3 cups water
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 Roma tomato diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onions. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until the beef is browned and reaches 160°F and the onions are soft. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in 4½ tablespoons of taco seasoning, 1 tablespoon of tomato paste and 10 oz of diced tomatoes with juice. Mix until well combined.
- Break 8 oz of spaghetti in half and add it to the pot. Pour in 3 cups of water, ensuring the spaghetti is mostly submerged. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the pot from heat and sprinkle ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese and ½ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir until the cheeses melt. Top with diced Roma tomato and chopped cilantro.
- Serve immediately while warm. Garnish with extra tomato and cilantro if desired.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the ground beef. Serve with a dollop of sour cream. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and eat within 3 to 4 days; reheat with a splash of water to 165°F.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 685kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 33.3gFat: 34.5gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1205mgFiber: 2.6gSugar: 3g
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