Taco Spaghetti

This taco spaghetti recipe is one that lives up to the hype. I guarantee it's different than any pasta recipe you've ever had, and it's delicious! It has seasoned ground beef mixed with salsa, perfectly cooked spaghetti, and tons of melted cheese. It might be my favorite comfort food recipe, and I know you're going to love it too!

My Take On Taco Spaghetti

If you love tacos and spaghetti, I guarantee you're going to love this taco spaghetti recipe. It has all the same flavors as your favorite tacos and elements of traditional spaghetti.

From the tender spaghetti and taco seasoned ground beef to the savory, cheesy sauce and ooey gooey cheese, it's a delicious combination like no other.

This taco spaghetti is seriously one of the best pasta recipes I've come up with recently, which is really saying something. I think it's even better than my French onion pasta, and that's been a huge hit on the blog.

Anyway, not only is it delicious, but it's so easy to make. The recipe is basically all passive cooking, and dinner is ready in under 30 minutes!

This Mexican flavored pasta dish is one of my favorite recipes to make for a family dinner when I don't have much time to cook. It always satisfies everyone, and if there are any leftovers - which rarely happens - it makes a great meal the next day.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

It's a one pot meal. Everything to make this taco spaghetti with meat sauce comes together in one pot. This makes the cooking process really simple, and cleaning up is just as easy! 

The flavor is so delicious. This taco spaghetti is full of flavors you just can't find in any other dish. It literally tastes like you're eating a taco but with the texture of spaghetti. It blows my mind every time and is just so darn good.  

My family's favorite pasta recipe right now. Ever since I first made taco spaghetti, it's become a staple in my household. Adults and kids love it, and I love making it. It's a win-win!

Ingredients

Another thing I love about this one pot taco spaghetti is that it's made with 7 simple ingredients.

Check out everything you'll need to make taco spaghetti:

• 1lb. ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1oz. taco seasoning mix
• 1 ¼ cup salsa
• 8oz. spaghetti, broken in half
• 3 cups water
• 8oz. Velveeta
• 1 cup shredded white cheddar

You can use a lot of these ingredients to make my Mexican spaghetti recipe. It's another one of my favorite fun twists on spaghetti but baked in a casserole dish instead of on the stovetop.

How To Make Taco Spaghetti

1. Cook the ground beef: In a large saucepot, add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart until almost browned on all sides. Drain the excess grease from the pot. Add the onion and taco seasoning and continue to brown ground beef until no pink remains. It'll take about 7-8 minutes in total.

2. Cook the spaghetti: Add the salsa and water to the taco meat and bring to a boil. Then add the uncooked spaghetti noodles and give it a gentle stir. Reduce the heat slightly and cover the pot with the lid. Cook the noodles until they're al dente, which will vary depending on package instructions.

3. Add the cheese: To the pot, add the Velveeta cheese cubes and stir until the cheese has completely melted.

4. Finish and serve: Remove the pasta from the heat and add the shredded cheddar cheese. Allow the cheddar cheese to melt slightly before serving warm. Enjoy!

My Pro Tips For Making The Best Recipe

• I always serve taco spaghetti with my favorite taco toppings, like sour cream, sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, and fresh cilantro. So feel free to top it off with anything you want!
• You can swap the cheddar cheese for a Mexican cheese blend or whatever shredded cheese you have on hand.
• I've made this recipe with Rotel tomatoes and even tomato sauce in place of salsa, and it turned out great, so don't worry if you don't have salsa.

How To Store Taco Spaghetti 

In the fridge: Store the leftover taco spaghetti in an airtight container or in the baking dish with a lid on it in the fridge for up to 4 days.

In the freezer: Allow the leftover taco spaghetti to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 4 months.

Reheating: I like to put the spaghetti back in a skillet and heat it over medium heat, stirring frequently, for a few minutes till warm. You can also microwave single-serving portions in 20-second intervals until it's fully reheated. Let the frozen spaghetti thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

FAQS About This Taco Spaghetti Recipe

What is taco spaghetti made of?

Taco spaghetti is typically made up of spaghetti noodles, taco meat, onions, and tomatoes in a creamy cheesy sauce with melted cheese on top. 

Can I use different pasta?

Although this is a spaghetti recipe, yes, you can use different pasta. Long pasta like fettuccini and angel hair works great, and you can also make it with short pasta like penne or bow tie. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time.

What to serve with taco spaghetti?

Taco spaghetti is delicious with this Jiffy jalapeno cornbread, Mexican street corn casserole, and fried cheese. I've also served it with tortilla chips and Torchy's queso, and the meal was awesome.

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