Ingredients:
6 oz uncooked spaghetti noodles, broken in half
1 lb lean ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups marinara or pasta sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
10–12 crunchy taco shells
Optional toppings: fresh basil, grated Parmesan, red pepper flakes
Instructions:
- Cook the Spaghetti:
Boil spaghetti noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Beef:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until soft. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add Sauce:
Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5 minutes. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat evenly.
- Assemble Tacos:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Carefully spoon spaghetti and beef mixture into taco shells. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake:
Place filled tacos on a baking tray and bake for 5–7 minutes until cheese is melted and shells are slightly toasted.
- Serve Hot:
Garnish with basil or Parmesan if desired and enjoy the fun, cheesy fusion bite!