Mexican Spaghetti Casserole
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Mexican Spaghetti Casserole, a dish that combines tender spaghetti with savory ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, and melted cheese. This hearty casserole is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, delivering a comforting blend of flavors in every bite. With its bubbling cheese topping and vibrant ingredients, this recipe promises to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, diced tomatoes, and bell peppers; cook until heated through.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the meat mixture and add half of the cheddar cheese and tomato sauce; stir well.
- Transfer half of the spaghetti mixture into the baking dish, sprinkle with remaining cheese, then layer the rest of the spaghetti mixture on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg