Description

One-Pot Taco Spaghetti is a flavorful and easy-to-make dinner recipe that combines the zest of taco seasoning with the comfort of spaghetti. This hearty dish features ground beef simmered with spices, tomatoes, and broth, then mixed with spaghetti all cooked together in a single Dutch oven, resulting in a delicious and convenient meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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Meat

1 lb ground beef

Spices & Seasonings

3 Tbsp tomato paste
1 (1-oz) package taco seasoning
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 Tbsp dried minced onion flakes
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp garlic salt

Canned Goods & Liquids

1 (10-oz) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups beef broth
½ cup heavy cream

Pasta

12 oz thin spaghetti, uncooked

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Instructions

Cook Ground Beef: In a Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it is no longer pink. Once cooked, drain off excess fat to keep the dish from becoming greasy and to enhance flavor.
Add Seasonings: Stir in the taco seasoning, tomato paste, crushed garlic cloves, dried minced onion flakes, cumin, chili powder, and garlic salt. Cook this mixture for 1 to 2 minutes to release the spices’ aromas and blend flavors.
Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the diced tomatoes with green chiles (undrained), crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and heavy cream. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Cook Spaghetti: Break the uncooked thin spaghetti in half and add it directly into the Dutch oven. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

Notes

Stir occasionally while simmering to prevent pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Adjust the level of spiciness by using mild or hot taco seasoning according to your preference.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer uncovered for the last few minutes to reduce liquid.
For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or omit it altogether.