Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta
Indulge in a creamy and savory Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta that’s perfect for cozy dinners and gatherings, bringing comfort food to a whole new level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Fettuccine pasta
- Thick-cut bacon
- Lean ground beef
- Heavy cream
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Garlic
- Sweet onion
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, add fettuccine, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Cook the bacon: In a skillet, fry thick-cut bacon until crispy, then drain on paper towels, reserving grease.
- 3. Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet with bacon grease, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- 4. Create the sauce: Stir in heavy cream over medium heat, gradually adding Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- 5. Combine: Add cooked pasta and crumbled bacon to the skillet, tossing gently to coat with sauce.
- 6. Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy hot!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Swap bacon for turkey or add veggies like spinach for a healthier twist. Experiment with different cheese blends to customize flavor.