Be sure to try my Beefaroni and Chicken Taco Soup recipes next!
Taco Spaghetti
I’m pretty sure that this Taco Spaghetti is the only way I will make spaghetti from now on! It has so much incredible flavor. The meat is cooked in beef broth and taco seasoning which makes it so tasty, you’ll be chasing the meat with your fork! The sauce is incredibly savory and cheesy with subtle flavor enhancers that makes it pop! It pairs perfectly with spaghetti and is something that even picky eaters will love. I’ll reveal one genius secret ingredient: A dab of cream cheese. It adds a cool offset to counteract the acidity of the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, and subtly mimics the flavor of sour cream, which is a must with tacos! (I even add it with regular spaghetti, once you try it, you’ll be hooked.) Be sure to check out my PRO tips below!
How to Make It
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions. Cook and crumble the ground beef and drain grease. Add beef broth and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Set aside once cooked and add tomato juice to deglaze the skillet. Add diced onions and soften.
Add tomato paste and garlic. Add diced tomatoes and combined taco sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer.
Stir taco meat into the sauce and simmer while you boil spaghetti. Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese and cheddar cheese until combined.
Add drained spaghetti and toss to combine. Garnish with cilantro and serve!
Storage
Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Leftovers do freeze/reheat well.
Try These Next
Tried This Recipe?
Leave a review, I love hearing your feedback! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
3-Quart Stainless Steel Sauté Pan– The same size as pictured in this recipe. Box cheese grater – Cheese based sauces (and soups) should always be made with freshly grated/shredded cheese, as it melts much creamier and tastes better. 1 quart measuring cup with a spout– This is what I use to combine the sauce ingredients at the beginning. The spout makes it easy to add gradually. Pasta Strainer– I have this one and love it. Measuring Spoons– I have these magnetic ones which stay nice and organized in my utensil drawer.
