**Discover the tantalizing flavors of the Southwest in a unique pasta dish that combines bold spices, tender chicken, and the comforting embrace of spaghetti. This Southwestern Spaghetti recipe promises an explosion of taste with every bite, taking you on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed landscapes of the American Southwest.**
**Indulge in a symphony of flavors as juicy chicken, succulent bell peppers, and aromatic onions dance together in a zesty tomato sauce, infused with a blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika. The tender spaghetti embraces the flavorful sauce, creating a harmonious union that will delight your taste buds.**
**But that's not all! This article presents a treasure trove of additional recipes, each offering a unique twist on the classic spaghetti dish. From the vibrant flavors of the Vegetarian Southwestern Spaghetti, bursting with fresh vegetables, to the indulgent decadence of the Slow Cooker Southwestern Spaghetti, simmering to perfection with minimal effort, there's a recipe here to satisfy every craving.**
**Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide to Southwestern Spaghetti. Discover the perfect balance of spice, flavor, and comfort in every bite, and elevate your pasta game to new heights.**
SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE
A close friend made this Mexican-Italian bake for me almost 20 years ago, and I've prepared it regularly ever since. It comes together in a snap because it relies largely on convenient ingredients I keep on hand. We like it with a loaf of crusty bread. -Rose Turner Minnick, Christiansburg, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. , Stir in the taco seasoning, spaghetti sauce, mushrooms and olives. Drain spaghetti; stir into the beef mixture., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until heated through, 25-30 minutes. Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa and picante sauce. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa and picante sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Fat 27g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 1130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI
Chili powder and cumin give a mild Mexican flavor to this colorful one-skillet supper. With chunks of fresh zucchini, it's a nice change of pace from typical spaghetti dishes. -Beth Coffee, Hartford City, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove beef and set aside. In the same skillet, combine the water, tomato sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin and salt; bring to a boil. Stir in spaghetti; return to a boil. , Boil for 6 minutes., Add the zucchini. Cook 4-5 minutes longer or until spaghetti and zucchini are tender, stirring several times. Stir in beef and heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 600mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SOUTHWESTERN BAKED SPAGHETTI
This is an easy, yet very tasty spaghetti casserole, which reminds me of the spaghetti they used to serve us in elementary school. I loved their spaghetti! I normally only brought my lunch, but not on spaghetti day!
Provided by Kim D.
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti per package direcions.
- Combine milk and egg, mix well.
- Combine drained spaghetti, milk and egg; mix well.
- Pour spaghetti mixture into a buttered 9X13 inch casserole dish.
- Brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper and garlic in a large skillet; drain.
- Return drained meat back into the skillet and add seasonings; Cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Spread meat mixture over spaghetti.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes or until cheese melts and is bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes.
SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI PIE
A little bit Mexico, a little bit Italy, this clever recipe has you spoon spicy seasoned turkey into a simple pasta shell.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti as directed on package. Drain.
- Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9 1/2-inch deep-dish glass pie pan with nonstick cooking spray. Cook ground turkey in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until no longer pink, stirring frequently. Drain. Stir in salsa, corn, beans and cumin. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir in 1/2 cup of the cheese.
- Beat eggs in large bowl until well blended and foamy. Add cooked spaghetti; toss to coat. Spoon spaghetti mixture into sprayed pie pan, pushing mixture slightly up sides of pan to form crust. Spoon turkey mixture evenly into spaghetti-lined pie pan.
- Bake at 350°F. for 15 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese over pie. Bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until crust is light golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1/6 of Recipe, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 6 g
SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI
Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender, combine tomatoes, onion flakes, garlic powder, bouillon cube, and jalapeno. Process until smooth. Transfer mixture to a saucepan and set pan over medium-high heat. Simmer for 5 minutes. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.
- Transfer spaghetti to a serving platter and top with sauce. Sprinkle Parmesan over top.
- Serve with garlic bread from the freezer section, cooked according to package directions.
SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI SQUASH
A great fall or winter side dish, this also can be served as a vegetarian main course.
Provided by RR
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Place squash halves in a shallow baking pan with about 1 inch of water.
- Bake squash in the preheated oven until soft, about 1 hour.
- Scrape flesh of squash from the rind using a fork and place in a large serving bowl.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the black beans, tomatoes, bell pepper, and garlic in the hot oil until the vegetables are soft and the liquid has reduced, about 10 minutes; pour into the bowl with the squash; toss to combine. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, the vinegar, and cilantro and toss again. Season with salt and pepper to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 35.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI PIE
Whether you use ground turkey or ground beef, this is a great blend of flavors.
Provided by Sharon Whitley
Categories Casseroles
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Cook spaghetti as directed on package. Drain.
- 2. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350. Spray 9 1/2 inch deep dish glass pie pan with nonstick cooking spray. Cook ground turkey in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until no longer pink stirring frequently. Drain. Stir in salsa, corn beans and cumin. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir in 1/2 cup of the cheese.
- 3. Beat eggs in large bowl until well blended and foamy. Add cooked spaghetti; toss to coat. Spoon spaghetti mixture in sprayed pie pan, pushing mixture slightly up sides of pan to form crust. Spoon meat mixture evenly into spaghetti-lined pie pan.
- 4. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese over pie. Bake additional 10-15 minutes or until crust is light golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
SOUTHWESTERN BAKED SPAGHETTI
great casserole. Love the Southwestern spices. Really gives the casserole nice flavor.
Provided by barbara lentz
Categories Wild Game
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Cook spaghetti in salted water and drain. Mix milk and egg together and stir in the spaghetti. Pour spaghetti in a buttered 9 x 13 casserole pan. Preheat oven 425 degrees.
- 2. Brown the beef with the onion, garlic, pepper, and jalapeno. Drain. Add meat back to pan. Stir in spices. Add the tomato sauce and cook 2 minutes.
- 3. Pour over spaghetti and top with cheese and cilantro. Bake for about 15 minutes. Until cheese is bubbly and melted.
SOUTHWESTERN BAKED SPAGHETTI RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by carvalhohm
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti per package directions. Combine milk and egg, mix well. Combine drained spaghetti, milk and egg; mix well. Pour spaghetti mixture into a buttered 9X13 inch casserole dish. Brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper and garlic in a large skillet; drain. Return drained meat back into the skillet and add seasonings; Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce and cook for 2 more minutes. Spread meat mixture over spaghetti. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes or until cheese melts and is bubbly. Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes.
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling around the kitchen.
- Use a Large Skillet: This will give you plenty of room to cook the spaghetti and all the other ingredients without overcrowding the pan.
- Don't Overcook the Spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions, but be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked spaghetti will be mushy and not hold its shape well.
- Use Fresh Vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your dish the best flavor and texture. If you don't have fresh vegetables on hand, you can use frozen or canned vegetables in a pinch.
- Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to taste your dish as you're cooking it and adjust the seasonings as needed. This will help you create a dish that is perfectly seasoned to your liking.
Conclusion:
Southwestern spaghetti is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with flavor from the ground beef, chili powder, cumin, and other spices. The addition of corn, black beans, and bell peppers gives the dish a hearty and colorful twist. Serve this dish with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and guacamole, for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy!
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