This delightful Southwestern Spaghetti Bake is a fun twist on traditional spaghetti, fusing the flavors of classic tacos with luxurious pasta. Easy to prepare and perfect for the whole family, this dish is sure to become a weeknight favorite!
Preheat oven to 350°F and spray an 11x7-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
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Cook spaghetti noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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While the spaghetti cooks, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until no longer pink and drain any excess grease.
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Add chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt to the ground beef, stirring well to combine.
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Pour in water to the beef mixture and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in plain Greek yogurt, diced tomatoes, and diced green bell pepper until combined.
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Add the cooked spaghetti to the beef and veggie mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top evenly with shredded cheddar cheese.
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Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let the spaghetti bake rest for 3-5 minutes, then garnish with sliced green onions, and serve.