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Taco Spaghetti Bake

Taco Spaghetti Bake Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 530
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, drained
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese, divided
  • For serving: diced tomato, sour cream, chopped cilantro, sliced green onions

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and onion until the meat is browned, about 7 minutes, adding the garlic in the last minute. Drain fat if needed.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning, then add black beans, corn, green chiles, tomato sauce, and water. Simmer 4 minutes until thickened.
  3. Cook spaghetti until just al dente, drain, and add to the skillet. Toss well to coat, then transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with 1 1/2 cups cheese, cover with foil, and bake 20 minutes.
  4. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese on top, and bake uncovered 5 to 6 more minutes until melted and golden. Let stand 5 minutes, then top with tomatoes, sour cream, cilantro, and green onions before serving.

Notes

For deeper flavor, use a homemade taco seasoning blend or add a pinch of smoked paprika with the packet. If the top needs more browning, run the dish under the broiler for 1 minute at the end, but watch it closely so the cheese doesn't burn.