Taco Spaghetti (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter.
02 - 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped.
03 - 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced.
04 - 1 1/2 pounds ground beef.
05 - 1 packet taco seasoning mix.
06 - 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies.
07 - 1 1/2 cups beef broth.
08 - 3 tablespoons tomato paste.
09 - 3 ounces cream cheese, softened.
10 - 12 ounces spaghetti.
11 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese blend.
12 - Fresh cilantro leaves for topping.

# Instructions:

01 - Cook spaghetti in salted water until tender but firm. Save some pasta water before draining.
02 - Heat oil in a big pan and cook onions until soft. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
03 - Add beef to the pan, break it up while cooking until no pink shows. Drain off extra fat.
04 - Mix in taco seasoning, tomatoes, broth, paste and cream cheese. Stir until creamy and smooth.
05 - Turn off heat. Add cooked spaghetti and cheese to the pan. Toss until well mixed.
06 - Top with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - Add hot tomatoes or jalapeƱos for extra heat.
02 - Try adding bell peppers or zucchini.
03 - Turkey or veggie crumbles work instead of beef.
04 - Keeps in fridge up to 4 days.