Cheesy Taco Spaghetti

🧀🌮 Cheesy Taco Spaghetti

A fun mash-up of tacos and pasta — cheesy, saucy, and packed with bold flavor.

🛒 Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

• 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2–3 tbsp homemade)

• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)

• ½ cup tomato sauce

• ½ cup water or beef broth

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup sour cream (optional, for creaminess)

• Salt & pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook pasta: Boil spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

2. Brown the meat: In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.

3. Season: Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and water/broth. Simmer 5–7 minutes.

4. Combine: Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to coat.

5. Make it cheesy: Stir in sour cream (if using) and half of the cheeses. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

6. Melt: Cover and cook on low until cheese is melted (about 3–5 minutes).

🌟 Optional Toppings

• Sliced jalapeños

• Chopped cilantro

• Diced avocado

• Crushed tortilla chips

• Extra sour cream

💡 Tip

For a baked version, transfer everything to a casserole dish, top with cheese, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–15 minutes until bubbly.

If you’d like, I can also give you a one-pot version (less cleanup) or a slow cooker version.