Cheesy Taco Spaghetti (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cheese
01 -
1 cup of shredded cheese (like mozzarella, Monterey Jack, cheddar, etc.)
→ Aromatics
02 -
3 garlic cloves, minced
03 -
1 cup of diced onion
→ Garnish
04 -
2 tablespoons of fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
→ Protein
05 -
450g of ground turkey or beef
→ Seasonings
06 -
A pinch of salt and pepper to suit your taste
07 -
2 tablespoons of your favorite taco seasoning
→ Liquids
08 -
1 (120ml) can of diced green chilies
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1 (414ml) can of diced tomatoes
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240ml of beef broth
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2 teaspoons of tamari (or soy sauce for a non-gluten-free option) (optional)
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2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce (opt for gluten-free if needed) (optional)
→ Pasta
13 -
225g of spaghetti noodles (choose gluten-free if that works better for you)
# Instructions:
01 -
Warm up a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in the ground meat and onions, cooking until the meat is browned. If needed, drain off any excess oil afterward.
02 -
Follow the directions on the package to cook the pasta just right (al dente). Drain it and leave it aside for now.
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Stir in the garlic and the taco spices with the meat. Let everything cook for about a minute until the kitchen smells amazing.
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Pour the tomatoes, broth, green chilies, Worcestershire, and soy sauce into the pan. Give it a good stir, bring it to a boil, then gently simmer for around 5 minutes so all the flavors come together.
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Turn off the heat, sprinkle the cheese over the mixture, and stir well until it melts completely into the sauce.
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Add a little salt and pepper for taste. Toss the noodles and cilantro into the pan, stirring until everything gets nicely coated.
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Dish it out warm and don’t be shy—top it off with stuff like creamy avocado, sour cream, or sliced green onions.
# Notes:
01 -
Want more heat? Toss a diced jalapeño in with the onions.
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To make the sauce thicker and richer, stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste along with the garlic.
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Looking for extra protein? Rinse and add a can of black beans.
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For a creamy twist, mix in about 4 ounces of cream cheese or half a cup of heavy cream or sour cream with the melted cheese.
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Pile on extra taco favorites like guacamole, salsa, or even more cheese!