Description
This Cowboy Spaghetti is a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a satisfying meal. It features a rich and spicy tomato-based sauce with ground beef, bacon, and a touch of sriracha, all tossed with spaghetti and topped with cheddar cheese and scallions.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound dry spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 slices thick bacon, diced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 teaspoons sriracha hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 (15 ounce) can crushed fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3 scallions, diced
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Bacon and Beef: In the meantime, heat olive oil in a large, deep, nonstick skillet. Add the bacon and cook until brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain off most of the bacon grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet. Add ground beef and onions to the skillet; sauté, breaking up the beef into crumbles, for about 3 to 4 minutes until it’s browned and no pink remains, and the onions have softened. Drain off grease. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Season with salt and pepper.
- Make Sauce: Stir in the sriracha, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, fire-roasted tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Let gently bubble and simmer for about 6 minutes until thickened slightly.
- Combine and Serve: Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the meat sauce; toss to combine. Taste and adjust any seasonings, if needed. Serve pasta in bowls. Grate fresh cheddar cheese over the pasta and sprinkle with scallions and the reserved crisp bacon. Enjoy!
Notes
- Pasta: You can use any type of pasta you like for this recipe, but spaghetti is recommended.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Cheese: You can use your favorite type of cheese for this recipe.
- Toppings: Feel free to add other toppings, such as jalapeños, sour cream, or avocado.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 500kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
