Description
A delightful fusion of tacos and spaghetti, this Taco Spaghetti Bake features layers of seasoned beef, black beans, colorful vegetables, and gooey cheese, all baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can black beans
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, corn, or zucchini)
- 1 cup creamy cheese sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend)
- Taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while you prepare your ingredients.
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, mixed vegetables, and black beans. Heat through for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in the creamy cheese sauce until everything is well coated.
- Combine the cooked spaghetti with the meat mixture and toss well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
Feel free to customize the dish with additional vegetables or different types of cheese. For a spicier kick, consider adding jalapeños or a spicy salsa on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg