Cowboy Spaghetti

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Health score
28%
Cowboy Spaghetti
30 min.
4
1067kcal

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Cowboy Spaghetti: A Hearty Western-Inspired Dish

If you're a fan of bold flavors and the classic comfort of a hearty pasta dish, look no further than Cowboy Spaghetti. This popular recipe, inspired by the robust meals of the American West, is sure to satisfy any appetite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for a quick lunch or a main course that will impress your dinner guests.

With a caloric content of approximately 1067 kcal per serving, this dish is best enjoyed as a main course or a substantial side. It's versatile enough to be served at lunch, dinner, or even as a main dish, making it a great addition to your culinary repertoire.

The star of this recipe is the rich and flavorful sauce, made with smoky bacon, fire-roasted tomatoes, and a hint of beer. The ground sirloin is seasoned to perfection with a mix of spices, including ground black pepper, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, ensuring a deep, savory taste that will have you longing for more.

To balance the robust flavors, the dish is complemented by the simplicity of spaghetti, cooked to al dente perfection. The addition of sharp cheddar cheese and chopped scallions adds a layer of creaminess and freshness, respectively, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, Cowboy Spaghetti is a recipe that's easy to follow and yields impressive results. So, grab your apron and get ready to whip up a western-inspired feast that your family and friends will love.

Ingredients

  • slices bacon chopped
  • 0.5 cup beer 
  • 14 ounce canned tomatoes fire roasted crushed chopped
  • cloves garlic chopped
  • servings pepper black
  • pound ground sirloin 
  • teaspoons hot sauce 
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • medium onion chopped
  • servings salt 
  •  spring onion chopped
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese 
  • pound pasta like spaghetti 
  • ounces tomato sauce 
  • tablespoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Heat a pot of water to a boil.
  2. Add spaghetti and salt the water. Cook to al dente or with a bite to it.
  3. Heat a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add extra-virgin olive oil and bacon. Brown and crisp bacon, 5 minutes, remove with a slotted spoon.
  5. Drain off a little excess fat if necessary. Leave just enough to coat the bottom of the skillet.
  6. Add beef and crumble it as it browns, 3 to 4 minutes.
  7. Add onions, garlic and stir into meat. Season the meat with salt and pepper, hot sauce and Worcestershire.
  8. Add 1/2 cup beer and deglaze the pan. Cook 5 to 6 minutes more then stir in tomatoes and tomato sauce.
  9. Add hot spaghetti to meat and sauce and combine. Adjust seasonings and serve up pasta in shallow bowls. Grate some cheese over the pasta and sprinkle with scallions.
  10. Garnish with crisp bacon

Nutrition Facts

Calories1067kcal
Protein20.38%
Fat41.46%
Carbs38.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
68.88
Glycemic Load
36.78
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
34.563478221064%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.59mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
6.91mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1066.64kcal
53.33%
Fat:48.29g
74.29%
Saturated Fat:20.57g
128.58%
Carbohydrates:100.01g
33.34%
Net Carbohydrates:93.91g
34.15%
Sugar:9.44g
10.49%
Cholesterol:144.7mg
48.23%
Sodium:1289.82mg
56.08%
Alcohol:1.15g
100%
Alcohol %:0.27%
100%
Protein:53.43g
106.85%
Selenium:110.02µg
157.17%
Phosphorus:729.9mg
72.99%
Zinc:9.21mg
61.43%
Manganese:1.23mg
61.41%
Vitamin B12:3.15µg
52.5%
Calcium:505.74mg
50.57%
Vitamin B3:8.75mg
43.76%
Vitamin B6:0.78mg
38.86%
Vitamin B2:0.57mg
33.82%
Iron:5.63mg
31.27%
Vitamin K:31.89µg
30.37%
Magnesium:114.62mg
28.65%
Potassium:960.67mg
27.45%
Vitamin A:1344.17IU
26.88%
Copper:0.53mg
26.7%
Fiber:6.1g
24.41%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.95%
Vitamin B5:1.68mg
16.84%
Vitamin E:2.44mg
16.27%
Vitamin C:12.8mg
15.51%
Folate:59.44µg
14.86%
Vitamin D:0.52µg
3.46%