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One Pot Cowboy Spaghetti Recipe

One Pot Cowboy Spaghetti Recipe
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One Pot Cowboy Spaghetti is a hearty, flavorful dish featuring a smoky combination of bacon, kielbasa, and ground beef simmered with spaghetti, tomatoes, and a blend of tasty sauces. This comforting meal is easy to prepare in a single skillet, perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners.

Ingredients

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Meat & Protein

  • 4 strips bacon, chopped
  • 1 ring (13 ounces) kielbasa sausage, sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • 1 pound ground beef

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) petite diced tomatoes, undrained
  • chives, chopped, for garnish

Liquids & Sauces

  • 1 ½ cups (12 ounces / 360 g) beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce, or to taste
  • ½ cup (122.5 g) tomato sauce

Dry Goods & Spices

  • 8 ounces dry spaghetti, broken in half
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup (56.5 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Cook Bacon: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chopped bacon, stirring occasionally, until it’s browned and slightly crisp, about 7–8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
  2. Cook Kielbasa: Add the sliced kielbasa to the skillet with the bacon grease. Cook until browned on both sides, about 4–5 minutes. Transfer kielbasa to the plate with the bacon.
  3. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3–5 minutes. Add the minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir and cook for 1 more minute.
  4. Brown Ground Beef: Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it’s no longer pink, about 5–8 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  5. Add Broth and Sauces: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce.
  6. Return Meats to Skillet: Return the cooked bacon and kielbasa to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  7. Add Spaghetti: Add the broken spaghetti in a criss-cross pattern over the meat mixture to help prevent sticking.
  8. Add Tomatoes and Sauce: Pour the diced tomatoes (with the liquid) and tomato sauce evenly over the top.
  9. Simmer Pasta: Gently press the pasta down so they are mostly submerged in the liquid. Cover with a lid and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent sticking. After each stir, replace the lid.
  10. Combine and Melt Cheese: Once the pasta is al dente, remove the lid and stir to fully combine the pasta and sauce. Smooth the surface with a spoon. Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and let sit for about 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  11. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped chives and serve hot.

Notes

  • Breaking the spaghetti in half helps it cook evenly and fit better in the skillet.
  • Stirring every 5 minutes prevents the pasta from sticking to the bottom and ensures even cooking.
  • Adjust hot sauce to your desired spice level.
  • Use sharp cheddar for the best melt and flavor contrast.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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