Cowboy Spaghetti Cheesy Creamy Pasta (Print Format)
Smoky beef, crispy bacon, and rich cheeses transform spaghetti into a creamy, comforting crowd favorite.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Dish
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1 lb ground beef chuck (80/20)
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6-8 slices thick-cut bacon
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1 small yellow onion, diced
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2-3 cloves garlic, minced
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12 oz spaghetti, cooked to al dente
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes with juices
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1 can (28 oz) tomato sauce
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 cup shredded mild cheddar
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1 cup parmesan cheese
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1 cup shredded colby jack cheese
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Chives, chopped (for garnish)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Cowboy Butter Seasoning Blend
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1 tbsp garlic powder
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1 tbsp onion powder
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1 tbsp dried parsley
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
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½ tsp dried thyme
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½ tsp dried rosemary
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½ tsp cayenne powder (optional)
# Steps:
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In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the thick-cut bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon, crumble it, and set aside. In the same pan, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
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Add the diced onion to the pan and cook until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Mix in the cowboy butter seasoning blend and stir well.
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Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes with their juices and the tomato sauce. Add Worcestershire sauce and butter, stirring until combined. Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy whipping cream. Let the mixture simmer for 5–7 minutes.
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Boil the spaghetti until just al dente and drain. Toss the spaghetti into the sauce, coating every strand. Stir in the shredded cheddar, parmesan, and colby jack cheeses until melted and creamy. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top. Optionally, transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle extra cheese on top, and bake at 375°F for 10 minutes until bubbly.
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Top with chopped chives for garnish and serve hot.
# Tips:
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For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne or crushed red pepper flakes.
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This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.