Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta 🍔🥓🍝
Ingredients 🛒
12 oz penne pasta
1 lb ground beef
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions 👩🍳
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta: Boil penne pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook until browned. Season with paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3️⃣ Prepare Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and whisk in Parmesan and cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
4️⃣ Combine: Add the cooked pasta and ground beef into the Alfredo sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
5️⃣ Top with Bacon: Sprinkle crumbled bacon on top and mix gently.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and freshly cracked black pepper if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🍴 Servings: 4
🔥 Calories: 620 kcal per serving