One Pot Taco Spaghetti
A quick and easy one pot meal that combines the flavors of taco night with pasta for a comforting dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 to 3 tablespoons homemade blend)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 3 cups broth or water Start with 3, add a splash if needed.
- 8 oz spaghetti, broken in half
- 1 to 1.5 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- to taste Salt and pepper
Toppings
- sour cream
- chopped cilantro
- green onions
- jalapenos
- crushed tortilla chips
- extra cheese
- hot sauce Optional, for those who like a kick.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground beef in a big pot or deep skillet, breaking it up as it cooks. Spoon off excess grease, leaving some for flavor.
- Add diced onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the meat and stir to coat.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth. Stir well to combine, scraping up any tasty bits stuck to the bottom.
- Add the broken spaghetti, pressing it down so it is mostly covered by the liquid.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat. Cover and cook for 12 to 14 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking.
- Once the spaghetti is tender and the sauce looks thick, turn off the heat and stir in the cheese until melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Load up on toppings and serve.
Notes
Use a large enough pot for easy stirring without splashing. Stir more near the end to prevent sticking, and let it sit for a couple of minutes before serving to let the sauce thicken.