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Cowboy Spaghetti

Hearty Cowboy Spaghetti – A Smoky, Cheesy & Bold Twist on a Classic!
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Cowboy Spaghetti is a hearty and flavorful pasta dish combining ground beef, bacon, and zesty sauce for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tbsp of the bacon fat.
  3. Sauté diced onion in the bacon fat until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add ground beef, cook until browned, and drain excess fat.
  5. Stir in fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, smoked paprika, pepper, and salt. Simmer for 8–10 minutes.
  6. Add spaghetti and bacon to the skillet. Toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheddar, cover, and let melt.
  7. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use rotini or penne for a saucier version.
  • Add sour cream or heavy cream for extra richness.
  • For heat lovers, top with sliced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes.

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