Mexican Spaghetti Recipe
Mexican Spaghetti is like a cheesy love song between Mexican tacos and Italian spaghetti. It's a symphony of scrumptiousness that will have you humming its praises long after your plate is clean.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti Noodles The cornerstone of the dish these noodles offer the signature texture and taste of traditional spaghetti.
- Ground Beef This juicy and savory ingredient is crucial in lending Mexican Spaghetti its hearty and filling character. Cooked until browned and seasoned to perfection the ground beef provides a delicious and spicy meat layer.
- Tomatoes Whether fresh or canned tomatoes are the lifeblood of the spaghetti sauce, adding a tangy and juicy base to the dish.
- Mexican Spices Mexican Spaghetti wouldn't be complete without its bold and spicy seasonings. Chili powder cumin, garlic, and paprika are just a few of the essential spices that lend this dish its distinctive flavor.
- Cheese Topped with melted cheese such as shredded cheddar or pepper jack. Mexican Spaghetti transforms into a cheesy and creamy layer of flavor, offering a rich and satisfying finish.
- Onions and Bell Peppers The crunchy sweetness of these vegetables provide the perfect balance to the spicy flavors. Making Mexican Spaghetti a delightful treat for the taste buds.
- Olive Oil Used to sauté the vegetables and brown the ground beef olive oil adds depth and richness to the dish, elevating its flavor to new heights.
- Salt and Pepper These basic seasonings may seem simple but they play an essential role in fine-tuning the flavor of Mexican Spaghetti to suit your tastes.
Instructions
- Mexican Spaghetti, a delectable combination of savory flavors and hearty ingredients, can be easily crafted in a few short steps.
- A pot of salted water is brought to a boil and the spaghetti noodles, which serve as the base of the dish, are cooked to al dente perfection according to the instructions on the package. After being drained and set aside, they await the addition of succulent beef and vibrant vegetables.
- In a large skillet, a drizzle of olive oil is heated over medium-high heat, and the ground beef is added.
- The beef is browned, crumbled into bite-sized pieces, and cooked until fully done, which takes approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
- Next, diced onions and bell peppers are added to the skillet, joining forces with the beef to create a medley of flavors.
- The vegetables are then sautéed until they reach a tender state, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stirring in diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, garlic, and paprika transforms the mixture into a tantalizing sauce that simmers for 5 to 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to harmoniously blend.
- In a large serving dish, the cooked spaghetti noodles and sauce mixture are combined, thoroughly coating the pasta.
- A blanket of shredded cheese is then spread evenly over the top.
- The dish is baked in a preheated oven at 375°F for a mere 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly, beckoning to be devoured.
- Served hot, this Mexican Spaghetti dish is garnished with freshly chopped cilantro or green onions, elevating the taste to new heights.
Notes
- Calories: 500-700
- Fat: 15-30g
- Saturated Fat: 5-10g
- Cholesterol: 50-100mg
- Sodium: 800-1200mg
- Carbohydrates: 70-100g
- Fiber: 5-10g
- Sugar: 10-20g
- Protein: 20-30g
