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Taco Spaghetti

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16 oz. spaghetti
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced (may sub 1 tsp onion powder)
3 garlic cloves, minced (may sub 1 tsp garlic powder)
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon beef bouillon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 tsp EACH dried oregano, smoked paprika, pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
214.5 oz. cans fire roasted diced tomatoes,with liquid
14 oz. can mild diced green chilies
1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese (may sub Monterrey Jack)
1 cup freshly grated Monterrey Jack cheese(may sub sharp cheddar)
Garnishes (optional):
crushed Tortilla chips
More cheese
diced tomatoes
Diced avocados
chopped cilantro
sour cream

Cook spaghetti according to package directions in generously salted water. Rinse and drain. Drizzle and toss with a little olive oil to keep from sticking. Set aside. Meanwhile, brown ground been and onions in a large pot/Dutch oven over medium high heat, crumbling beef as you cook. Drain off grease. Add garlic, beef bouillon and all seasonings and cook an additional 30 seconds over medium high heat. Stir in tomatoes and green chilies and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add spaghetti and stir until evenly coated in sauce. Remove from heat and stir in cheese a handful at a time until melted. Season with additional salt and pepper/cayenne pepper to taste. Top with desired garnishes.
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