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Crockpot Taco Spaghetti Recipe

Crockpot Taco Spaghetti Recipe
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Crockpot taco spaghetti is a delightful fusion of Mexican and Italian flavors, offering flavorful ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, and tender spaghetti, all cooked to perfection in a crockpot.

Ingredients

Ground Beef Mixture:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1½ pounds ground beef
  • ¾ cups diced yellow onion
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 ounce taco seasoning
  • 20 ounces Rotel original diced tomatoes with green chilis (two 10-ounce cans)
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided into 2 tablespoons and 1 tablespoon

Remaining Ingredients:

  • 1 pound dried spaghetti noodles, broken in half to fit inside the crockpot
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 3 cups water
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet, cook olive oil, ground beef, onion, salt, and pepper until beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Transfer to Crockpot: Place cooked beef in a crockpot, add taco seasoning, Rotel tomatoes, cilantro, spaghetti, broth, and water. Stir to combine.
  3. Cook: Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  4. Finish: Turn off heat, stir in cheese and cilantro. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can buy ‘pot-sized’ spaghetti noodles for convenience.
  • If using thin spaghetti, check for doneness earlier.
  • Serve immediately for best results.

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