Bacon Cheeseburger Spaghetti Recipe

Winner of Taste of Home's cooking contest, Nichelle Nell's Bacon Cheeseburger Spaghetti is a flavor explosion! This surprisingly delicious recipe transforms classic spaghetti into a savory, cheesy, bacon-loaded masterpiece. Get ready for a taste sensation that will have your family begging for more!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 642.3 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Bacon Cheeseburger Spaghetti

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Ingredients for Bacon Cheeseburger Spaghetti

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • Dill Pickle
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • Prepared Mustard
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese

How to Make Bacon Cheeseburger Spaghetti

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the spaghetti cooks, brown the ground beef and chopped onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the meat is no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in the crumbled bacon, ketchup, pickle relish, barbecue sauce, and mustard.
  4. Bring the meat mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  5. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Add the drained spaghetti to the meat mixture. Add a little reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  7. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy your award-winning Bacon Cheeseburger Spaghetti!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

75 g

Sugar

108g

Fat

62g

Carbs

23g