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Cowboy Spaghetti

A quick and easy weeknight meal featuring spaghetti tossed in a zesty, cowboy-inspired sauce with ground beef, tomatoes, and bold spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet for cooking the meat and sauce
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Wooden spoon for stirring
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  2. Add 8 ounces spaghetti and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente, then drain in a colander.
  3. Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add 1 pound ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it up, until browned.
  5. Stir in 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic, cooking for 2–3 minutes until the onion is soft.
  6. Add 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes and 1/2 cup tomato sauce; stir and bring to a simmer.
  7. Season the sauce with 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, and salt and pepper to taste; simmer for 5 minutes over medium heat.
  8. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
  9. Divide spaghetti among bowls and top each serving with 1/2 cup shredded cheese if desired.

Notes

For an extra kick, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce.