Taco Spaghetti Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
8
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Calories
762 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Taco Spaghetti Casserole
Description
Taco Spaghetti Casserole begins with al dente thin spaghetti combined with browned ground beef and sautéed white onions seasoned with a packet of taco seasoning and water. The mixture is then stirred together with red enchilada sauce, integrating layers of bold, spiced flavors typical of Mexican cuisine. Transferring this to a baking dish, the casserole is topped with shredded Mexican cheese and cubed American cheese or Velveeta, which melts and browns in the oven, adding creamy and gooey textures throughout.
The finished casserole offers a fusion of pasta and taco flavors, providing a savory and filling meal. Garnishes like sliced green onions, black olives, or sour cream add freshness and acidity balancing the richness. It serves as a substantial dish suitable for casual family meals.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces spaghetti thin
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup onion white, chopped
- 1 package taco seasoning mix
- 1/3 cup water
- 30 ounces Red Enchilada Sauce
- 2 cups Mexican cheese blend shredded
- 8 ounces American cheese cut into 1/4-inch cubes, or Velveeta
- green onion thinly sliced
- black olive for serving (optional, sliced
- sour cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the pasta to al dente according to the package directions.
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the ground beef and chopped onion. Drain and return to the pan. Add the taco seasoning and water and stir to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta and enchilada sauce to the pan and mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded Mexican cheese and top with cubes of American cheese or Velveeta.
- Bake until the cheese is melted and just beginning to brown, about 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sliced green onions. Serve topped with black olives and a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 762 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 762kcal | 38% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Cholesterol | 135mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 2023mg | 84% |
| Potassium | 523mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 1570IU | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 518mg | 52% |
| Iron | 4.2mg | 23% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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