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30 Minute Taco Spaghetti

A quick, family-friendly pasta that combines taco-seasoned beef with creamy cheese for a comforting 30-minute meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces spaghetti noodles
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion about half a large onion
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic about 2 cloves
  • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 ounce taco seasoning 1 (1-ounce) packet or about 3 tablespoons homemade
  • 10 ounces Rotel tomatoes 1 can
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Colander
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and translucent, about 5–6 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground beef and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, breaking up the meat, until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and stir in the taco seasoning, Rotel tomatoes (undrained), tomato paste, beef broth, and softened cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese melts and the sauce is smooth, about 4–5 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine. Sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese over the pasta and stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce coats the noodles.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
  • You can freeze portions for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw frozen portions overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat with a splash of water or broth if needed.