Smoky Cowboy Spaghetti Recipe in Just 30 Minutes
A hearty one-pot cowboy spaghetti recipe with ground beef, smoked sausage, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a quick and comforting weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 6 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- ½ cup diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 8 oz dry spaghetti
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for extra kick
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef and sausage in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
- Break spaghetti in half and add to the pot. Simmer until pasta is tender.
- Sprinkle cheese on top and let it melt. Garnish with chives or parsley.
Notes
- Use a large pot to prevent overflow while simmering.
- Adjust spice level with red pepper flakes if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg