Ah, Crock Pot Cowboy Spaghetti—a hearty, cheesy, and meaty spaghetti dish that’s perfect for a slow-cooker comfort meal. 🍝🧀
Crock Pot Cowboy Spaghetti
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp chili powder (optional for heat)
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 8 oz uncooked spaghetti noodles (broken in half)
- 1–1½ cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- Optional: 1 cup frozen corn or bell peppers
Instructions
- Brown the Beef
- In a skillet, cook ground beef with onions and garlic until beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add to Slow Cooker
- Transfer beef mixture to crock pot.
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and seasonings.
- Stir well.
- Cook the Spaghetti
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours.
- About 30–40 minutes before serving, break uncooked spaghetti noodles in half and stir into the crock pot.
- Cover and cook until noodles are tender.
- Add Cheese
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or chopped parsley if desired.
Optional Variations
- Add sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or corn for extra veggies
- Use ground sausage or turkey instead of beef for a different flavor
- For a spicy version, add jalapeños or cayenne pepper
If you want, I can also give a shortcut one-pot stovetop version that’s ready in under 45 minutes and just as cheesy and hearty.
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