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Cowboy Spaghetti Recipe

Cowboy Spaghetti Recipe
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Cowboy Spaghetti is a hearty, flavorful pasta dish that combines the bold flavors of barbecue and bacon with a classic meaty spaghetti sauce. It’s a satisfying meal that the whole family will love!

Ingredients

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Spaghetti:

  • 12 oz spaghetti

Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon (chopped)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Cook the spaghetti: In salted boiling water, cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Cook the bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
  3. Cook the beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
  4. Add ingredients: Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, then add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Combine: Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet, toss to coat. Stir in half of bacon and cheddar cheese.
  6. Serve: Sprinkle remaining cheese and bacon on top. Garnish with green onions. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add cayenne or jalapeños.
  • Ground turkey or sausage can be substituted for beef.
  • Leftovers reheat well for a delicious next-day lunch.

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