Bbq Spaghetti Recipe

Ingredients for Bbq Spaghetti

• 1 cup ketchup
• Water
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• Light Brown Sugar
• Sugar
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Ground Mustard
• Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Green Bell Pepper
• Yellow Onion
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• Pork
• 1 pound spaghetti

How to Make Bbq Spaghetti

1. **Make the BBQ Sauce:**
2. In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
4. Reduce heat to low, simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, for 2 hours, or until thickened.
5. **Prepare the Spaghetti:**
6. While the sauce simmers, fill a large pot with 6 quarts of salted water and bring to a rolling boil.
7. Add 1 pound of spaghetti and cook for 7-8 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
8. **Combine and Serve:**
9. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
10. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until softened.
11. Stir in 1 teaspoon garlic salt.
12. Add the prepared BBQ sauce to the skillet and bring to a gentle boil.
13. Reduce heat to low, stir in 1 pound of ground beef (or your favorite protein) and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
14. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the BBQ sauce.
15. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or green onions (optional).