Spaghetti Tacos With Beef (Printable Recipe)
Crunchy taco shells filled with seasoned beef, spaghetti, and melted cheese for a fun family dinner everyone loves.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Components
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6 oz spaghetti noodles, broken in half
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1 lb lean ground beef
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1/2 cup water
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1 oz mild taco seasoning
→ Sauce and Vegetables
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1 cup tomato sauce
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10 oz diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
→ Assembly
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1 3/4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
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10 stand and stuff taco shells
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Cook spaghetti noodles in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside to prevent overcooking.
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Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat and add ground beef. Break up meat while cooking until no pink remains and drain excess grease thoroughly.
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Add water and taco seasoning to the beef, stirring until evenly coated. Simmer for 1 minute to develop flavors.
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Reduce heat and stir in tomato sauce until well blended with beef. Gently fold in cooked spaghetti, tossing to coat all noodles.
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Mix in drained diced tomatoes and green chilies. Remove from heat and fold in 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
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Arrange taco shells upright in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Fill each shell with spaghetti mixture, avoiding overfilling. Top with remaining cheese.
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Bake at 400°F for 5 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles. Serve immediately while shells are crisp and cheese is hot.
# Extra Tips:
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Warm taco shells in oven for 1 minute before filling to maintain extra crispness
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Drain diced tomatoes thoroughly to prevent soggy taco shells
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Breaking spaghetti in half ensures perfect fit in taco shells and easier eating
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Ground turkey or chicken can substitute for beef as lighter protein options
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Leftover filling freezes well for future quick meals