Description
A hearty and satisfying dish bringing together ground beef, bacon, and cheese in a fun and easy way.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 1⁄2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions; then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add minced garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked spaghetti and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir well to combine.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese, crispy bacon, and chopped green onions on top.
- Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes or jalapeños. You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cowboy Spaghetti, comfort food, pasta, easy recipe, family meal