Taco Spaghetti
Ingredients:
1 lb (450g) ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1 small onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1 cup beef broth
1 cup water
8 oz spaghetti (half of a standard package)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Sliced jalapeños (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet or pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add Seasonings and Vegetables: Add the taco seasoning, diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
Add Liquids and Pasta: Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, beef broth, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Cook the Spaghetti: Break the spaghetti in half and add it to the boiling mixture. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the spaghetti is tender and the sauce has thickened, about 15 minutes.
Add Cheese: Stir in the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted and well combined.
Serve: Serve the taco spaghetti hot, garnished with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, sour cream, and sliced jalapeños, if desired.
Enjoy your meal! Let me know if you have any other recipe requests or questions.
