Best 6 Bacon Cottage Cheese Spaghetti Recipes

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Bacon cottage cheese spaghetti is a unique and flavorful pasta dish that combines the smoky taste of bacon, the creamy texture of cottage cheese, and the al dente texture of spaghetti. This dish is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your personal taste preferences. Whether you prefer a simple and classic version or one that is loaded with additional vegetables, cheese, or spices, there is a bacon cottage cheese spaghetti recipe out there for everyone. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for bacon cottage cheese spaghetti, providing you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure that your dish turns out perfectly.

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SPAGHETTI WITH BACON



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As children, we always requested this dish for our birthday dinners. Our mother got the recipe from her grandmother. Now I pass on our tasty tradition. -Ruth Keogh, North St. Paul, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1/2 pound bacon strips, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook spaghetti according to package directions for al dente., In a large skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until bacon is crisp, stirring occasionally; drain. Stir in tomatoes and tomato sauce; bring to a boil., Drain spaghetti; transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Spread sauce over top. Bake, covered, 40-45 minutes or until bubbly. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

TUROS CSUSZA (PASTA WITH COTTAGE CHEESE)



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This recipe is great for nights when you get home and need something to wind down. 'Turos Csusza' is a Hungarian dish I learned from my Dad last year when I turned twelve. It consists of bacon, egg noodles, sour cream, and cottage cheese. 'Elvezet!'

Provided by Charlee

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Eastern European     Hungarian

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package egg noodles
3 ½ slices smoked bacon
2 cups sour cream
1 (12 ounce) container cottage cheese
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly-salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain well.
  • Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until crisp; drain, crumble, and set aside.
  • Place the drained noodles in a large baking dish. Stir the sour cream into the noodles. Spoon the cottage cheese evenly over the top of the noodle mixture. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top; season with salt.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cottage cheese softens, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.6 g, Cholesterol 87.1 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 316.9 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SPAGHETTI WITH BACON



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Great simple pasta dish. Good to have the night before a race. This is also good with sauteed shrimp.

Provided by Alma G.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
¼ cup olive oil
8 slices bacon, cut into 1/4 inch pieces
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the spaghetti, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bacon, and cook until the bacon has begun to shrink, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic, and continue cooking and stirring until the garlic has softened, and the bacon is crisp, about 5 minutes. Toss the drained pasta with the bacon, oil, and parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 239.1 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

BACON CHEESEBURGER SPAGHETTI



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"I run a daycare center and it's always hard to find different foods that the kids will actually eat. I spruced up a variation of this simple and quick recipe to my tastes, and now the kids (and my husband) request it all the time!" Nichelle Nell - Isle, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2/3 cup chopped onion
6 slices ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon, chopped
1-1/2 cups ketchup
1 cup chopped dill pickles
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup prepared mustard
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the bacon, ketchup, pickles, barbecue sauce and mustard. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain spaghetti; stir into meat mixture., Sprinkle with cheese. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 2026mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

TOMATO, BACON AND COTTAGE CHEESE



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I came up with this because I wanted a light and healthy alternative for breakfast. I hope you love it as much as we do.

Provided by Brandess

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 2 Muffin's, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 whole wheat English muffins, Orrow Wheat Whole Wheat
2 slices Canadian bacon
2/3 cup cottage cheese, Low Fat
4 slices tomatoes, cut 1/4-inch thick
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Split and toast English muffins to desired color.
  • Place 1/4 of the cottage cheese on each muffin half.
  • Place 1/2 a Canadian bacon slice on each half of each muffin.
  • Place 1 tomato slice on each muffin half.
  • Salt and pepper tomato slice to taste and serve.
  • Optionally, you may quickly brown the Canadian bacon in a hot pan before placing it on the English muffin.

GNOCCHI WITH COTTAGE CHEESE & BACON



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The cottage cheese melts and the flavor is great in this Italian comfort meal. Gnocchi is the Italian name for a variety of thick, soft noodles or dumpling. They are often filled with potatoes. You can usually find them in the freezer section of your grocery store by the ravioli and other frozen pastas.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs potato gnocchi
1 lb cottage cheese
1 lb bacon
salt (optional)
fresh ground black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare the gnocchi, according to package directions.
  • While gnocchi is cooking, fry the pound of bacon in a skillet.
  • Drain the bacon on paper towels and pat to remove excess grease.
  • Cut or break (depending on how crispy you like your bacon) the bacon into 1-inch pieces.
  • Drain the gnocchi and put back into boiling pot.
  • Add cottage cheese and mix well.
  • Add bacon pieces last to maintain crispness.
  • Salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
  • Leftovers can be heated in a pan with a little butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.7, Fat 37.5, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 62.8, Sodium 937.7, Carbohydrate 2.5, Sugar 0.2, Protein 18.3

Tips:

  • Use high quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will turn out. Use fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and high-quality pasta.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This means that the pasta should be cooked until it is tender, but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant to eat.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the bacon, make sure to not overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the bacon from cooking evenly and will result in some pieces being overcooked while others are still raw.
  • Use a large enough pan: When cooking the pasta, use a large enough pan so that the pasta has plenty of room to cook. This will prevent the pasta from sticking together and will help it to cook evenly.
  • Season the pasta water: Add a generous amount of salt to the pasta water. This will help to flavor the pasta and make it more delicious.
  • Don't rinse the pasta: After cooking the pasta, do not rinse it with cold water. This will remove the starch from the pasta, which is essential for creating a creamy sauce.
  • Use a creamy sauce: The best sauce for baked spaghetti is a creamy sauce. This can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as milk, cream, cheese, or Alfredo sauce.
  • Top with cheese: Before baking the spaghetti, top it with a generous amount of cheese. This will help to create a golden brown crust and make the dish even more delicious.
  • Bake until bubbly: Bake the spaghetti until it is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown. This usually takes about 20 minutes.

Conclusion:

Baked spaghetti is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your baked spaghetti turns out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give baked spaghetti a try.

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