Taco Spaghetti Creamy Beef Pasta (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy pasta with seasoned beef, tangy sauce, and melted cheese—a quick, flavorful family favorite.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Base

01 - 12 ounces dry spaghetti

→ Protein and Sauce

02 - 1 pound lean ground beef
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
04 - 1 can (15 ounces) plain tomato sauce
05 - 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
06 - 3/4 cup sour cream
07 - 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
08 - 1 tablespoon hot sauce, or to taste

→ Cheese

09 - 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese

→ Optional Toppings

10 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
11 - 1/2 cup diced fresh tomatoes
12 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
13 - Sliced jalapeños, crushed tortilla chips, or shredded lettuce, as desired

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and nearly cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Add the diced onion and sauté together until the onion is softened, another 2-3 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Reduce heat to medium. Stir in the tomato sauce, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, sour cream, taco seasoning, and hot sauce. Mix until fully combined, then simmer the sauce gently for 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
03 - Gradually add the shredded Colby Jack cheese to the beef and sauce mixture, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
04 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, according to package directions, typically 9-11 minutes. Drain the pasta thoroughly.
05 - Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the beef and sauce, tossing well to ensure the pasta is thoroughly coated with the creamy taco sauce.
06 - Divide the taco spaghetti among plates or bowls. Garnish with sliced black olives, diced tomatoes, green onions, and any other preferred toppings before serving.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Firm-cooked pasta prevents the noodles from becoming mushy after mixing with the creamy sauce.
02 - Rotel tomatoes with green chilies adds depth and subtle heat; adjust your choice for spice tolerance.
03 - Prepare the taco-style sauce up to 2 days in advance for quick assembly on busy evenings.

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