"I came up with this kid-friendly Southwestern recipe one afternoon when I was using up leftover spaghetti and ground beef. When I'm lucky enough to have extra time, I make two batches and freeze one. —Johanna Van Ness, Wichita, Kansas..."
INGREDIENTS
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12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
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1 pound ground beef
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1 envelope taco seasoning
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3/4 cup water
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1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
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2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
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2/3 cup salsa