Description
This comforting fusion dish blends seasoned ground beef and tender spaghetti into an easy one-pan bake. Perfectly suited for busy weeknights, this recipe marries the zesty, bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the hearty satisfaction of a pasta casserole. It is a family-friendly meal that picky eaters love, requiring minimal cleanup and guaranteeing a bubbling, cheesy finish every single time.
Ingredients
1 lb Ground Beef
8 oz Spaghetti
1 packet Taco Seasoning
15 oz Tomato Sauce
2 cups Cheddar Cheese
4 oz Diced Green Chiles
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Boil the spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente.
Drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside.
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Drain excess fat from the skillet.
Stir the taco seasoning packet and tomato sauce into the beef.
Simmer the sauce mixture for five minutes to develop flavors.
Combine the cooked pasta and meat sauce in a large mixing bowl.
Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
Top the casserole generously with the shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake the dish for twenty minutes until the cheese is bubbling.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt as pre-shredded cheese can contain anti-caking agents. You can prepare this casserole ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator until ready to bake. If the sauce seems too thick, add a small splash of water.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg