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Homemade Cowboy Spaghetti

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For the Garnish

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Homemade Cowboy Spaghetti

1. Prepare the Ingredients

  • Begin by dicing the bacon, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic. Set aside.
  • Gather all spices and other ingredients for easy access during cooking.

2. Cook the Bacon

  1. Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add diced bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels.

3. Brown the Ground Beef

  1. In the same skillet, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles with a wooden spoon. This should take about 6-8 minutes.
  2. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

4. Sauté the Aromatics

  1. Push the beef to one side of the skillet.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pan, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.

5. Build the Cowboy Sauce

  1. Stir the onion and garlic into the browned beef.
  2. Add the tomato paste and mix until combined.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Simmer the mixture on low heat for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

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