Description
Cowboy Spaghetti is a hearty, flavorful dish with a zesty beef and vegetable sauce, spiced up with chili powder, cumin, and green chilies. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, this recipe is perfect for a family meal that’s both filling and full of bold southwestern flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz spaghetti
- Shredded cheddar cheese, for topping
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
- Serve the spaghetti topped with the meat sauce and shredded cheddar cheese.
Notes
- You can add more heat by using a spicier chili powder or adding jalapeños.
- For a lower-carb version, substitute the spaghetti with zucchini noodles or other veggie noodles.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger servings or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes