Mexican Spaghetti
Dive into a vibrant plate of Mexican spaghetti that perfectly marries Italian comfort with zesty Mexican flair. This quick and easy recipe features al dente pasta enveloped in a savory blend of ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic spices. Ideal for family dinners or lively gatherings, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds and brighten your table with its cheerful presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mix of colors)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables finely for even cooking.
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Sprinkle cumin and chili powder over the meat and cook until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the bell peppers and tomato sauce; simmer for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Combine the cooked spaghetti with the mixture in the skillet, tossing thoroughly before topping with shredded cheddar cheese. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg