Spaghetti Tacos Ground Beef (Printable Version)
Crunchy shells packed with saucy spaghetti, seasoned beef, and melted cheese for a fun, family-friendly meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 -
Uncooked spaghetti noodles, broken into shorter lengths
→ Protein
02 -
Lean ground beef
→ Seasonings and Sauces
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Mild taco seasoning blend
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Tomato sauce, thick and smooth
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Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, well drained
→ Cheese
06 -
Shredded Mexican cheese blend (Monterey Jack, cheddar, mozzarella)
→ Shells
07 -
Crisp taco shells, free of cracks
# Steps:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add broken spaghetti and cook until just al dente according to package directions. Drain immediately and set aside to prevent overcooking.
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Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook thoroughly, breaking into crumbles and stirring frequently to brown evenly. Drain off excess grease.
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Sprinkle taco seasoning over the cooked beef, pour in 120 ml of water, and stir to coat evenly. Simmer for approximately two minutes to let flavors meld.
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Reduce heat to low and pour in tomato sauce. Stir until sauce is fully incorporated and the mixture appears glossy.
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Gently fold the drained spaghetti into the meat sauce, ensuring every strand is coated without breaking the noodles.
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Stir in drained Rotel tomatoes and green chilies evenly. Add 150 grams of shredded cheese and fold until melted and mixed thoroughly, creating a creamy filling.
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Arrange taco shells upright and snug in a 33x23 cm baking dish. Use tongs or a spoon to fill each shell to the top with the spaghetti and beef mixture.
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Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over filled tacos. Bake in a preheated oven at 204°C for 4 to 6 minutes, until cheese melts and shells are crispy to the touch.
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Remove from oven and serve immediately. Offer optional toppings such as hot sauce, sour cream, or diced avocado.
# Notes:
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Drain Rotel thoroughly to prevent soggy tacos. Avoid overstuffing shells to maintain structural integrity during baking. Leftovers keep well refrigerated and reheat crisply in the oven.