Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta, where the savory goodness of a cheeseburger meets the delightful texture of pasta. This hearty dish features tender pasta enveloped in a creamy sauce, complemented by crispy bacon, ground beef, and classic burger toppings. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this meal is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard (yellow or Dijon)
- 1/4 cup pickles, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until softened, about three minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned; drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in cooked pasta, ketchup, mustard, chopped pickles, and crispy bacon until well combined.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture, cover with a lid, and let it sit for two minutes until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional pickles if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg