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Taco Spaghetti with Garlic Bread

Taco Spaghetti with Garlic Bread

Serves: 4 Prep: 15 mins Cook: 35 mins Total: 50 mins

A fun fusion dish combining classic taco-seasoned beef with spaghetti in a rich tomato sauce, served with crispy garlic bread. Comfort food with a bold Tex-Mex twist.



 

Ingredients

For the Taco Spaghetti

  • 500g beef mince
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chilli powder
  • 400g chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato purée
  • 300g spaghetti
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Garlic Bread

  • 1 baguette
  • 75g butter, softened
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

To Finish

  • Grated cheddar or Mexican-style cheese
  • Fresh coriander (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Step 1

    Cooking Instructions

Cook the Spaghetti

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  1. Step 2

    Cook the spaghetti in well-salted boiling water according to packet instructions.

  2. Step 3

    Drain, reserving a little pasta water.

Cook the Beef

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  1. Step 4

    Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

  2. Step 5

    Add the onion and cook until soft.

  3. Step 6

    Stir in the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chilli powder.

Build the Sauce

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    Add the beef mince and cook until browned.

  2. Step 8

    Stir in the chopped tomatoes and tomato purée.

  3. Step 9

    Season to taste and simmer for 15–20 minutes.

Combine

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    Toss the cooked spaghetti through the taco-style sauce, loosening with pasta water if needed.

Prepare the Garlic Bread

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    Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan).

  2. Step 12

    Mix the butter, garlic, and parsley.

  3. Step 13

    Spread over the baguette, wrap in foil, and bake for 10–12 minutes.

Serve

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  1. Step 14

    Serve the taco spaghetti hot with garlic bread on the side.

  2. Step 15

    Finish with grated cheese and fresh coriander if desired.

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