Description

Cowboy Spaghetti is a smoky, cheesy, comfort-filled twist on the classic pasta dinner. With crisp bacon, seasoned beef, a BBQ-spiked tomato sauce, and gooey cheddar melted on top, it’s a one-pan wonder that’ll have everyone going back for seconds.

Ingredients

12 ounces spaghetti

6 slices bacon, chopped

1 pound ground beef

1 small onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice

3/4 cup barbecue sauce

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon chili powder

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 cup sliced green onions

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Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.

2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Discard excess grease, leaving 1 tablespoon in the pan.

3. Add ground beef to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened.

4. Stir in diced tomatoes, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10–15 minutes. Add pasta water if needed.

5. Add cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat. Top with cheddar and bacon. Cover to melt the cheese.

6. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Notes

Use a hickory-style barbecue sauce for an extra smoky finish.

Reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.

Add jalapeños or hot sauce if you want more heat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 580
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 670mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 80mg