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Spaghetti Tacos

A delightful fusion of spaghetti and tacos, perfect for busy weeknights or a fun party treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American-Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 12 taco shells
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Taco shells

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain in a colander.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the ground beef or turkey and brown it until fully cooked.
  5. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the browned meat, stirring to combine.
  6. Add the marinara sauce to the skillet and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  7. Add the drained spaghetti to the meat and sauce mixture and toss to combine.
  8. Spoon the spaghetti mixture into taco shells.
  9. Top each taco with shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and optional sour cream.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider baking the filled tacos in the oven until the cheese melts.