Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta, a creamy and cheesy dish that satisfies all your cravings. This recipe combines the best elements of a cheeseburger and pasta, featuring tender elbow macaroni enveloped in a rich sauce, crispy bacon, and savory ground beef. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this easy one-pot meal promises to impress with its delightful flavors and enticing aromas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 6 strips bacon, chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: paprika or Worcestershire sauce for seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving drippings in the pan.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are soft (about 3 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned (about 6-8 minutes), breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir in beef broth and heavy cream; simmer gently before adding shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Fold in cooked pasta and crispy bacon until well combined; serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Swap ground beef for turkey for a lighter option. Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.