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Easy Taco Spaghetti

Easy Taco Spaghetti
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Get ready to turn your kitchen into a flavor fiesta with this easy and satisfying taco spaghetti recipe that tastes like it came straight out of your favorite Tex-Mex diner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 8 ounces spaghetti, broken in half
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • Fresh chopped cilantro or green onions, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbly. Drain off the grease but leave the meat in the pan.
  2. Add the Seasoning and Liquids: Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked beef and stir well to coat. Pour in the water and the full can of diced tomatoes with green chilies. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
  3. Cook the Pasta: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Add the broken spaghetti and press it down into the liquid so most of it is covered. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes. Stir occasionally until the spaghetti is tender and the liquid has mostly absorbed.
  4. Finish the Dish: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, and sour cream until melted and creamy. The sauce should coat the pasta well.
  5. Let It Rest and Serve: Allow the taco spaghetti to sit uncovered for a few minutes. This will thicken the dish and bring all the flavors together. Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions, and serve hot straight from the skillet.

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