Description
Cheeseburger pasta brings classic American comfort to your dinner table with a delightful twist. Juicy ground beef, melted cheese, and perfectly seasoned pasta combine for a quick, crowd-pleasing meal you can’t resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) lean ground beef
- 16 ounces (454 grams) pasta
- 8 ounces (227 grams) cream cheese
- 8 ounces (227 grams) sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Prepare pasta in a large pot of salted water, boiling until perfectly tender yet firm. Drain and reserve for later assembly.
- Heat skillet over medium temperature, introducing ground beef. Methodically break down meat while cooking, ensuring complete browning and elimination of any pink undertones. Eliminate excess fat after cooking.
- Reduce skillet heat to low, introducing cream cheese and shredded cheddar. Incorporate garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Gently stir until cheeses transform into a luxurious, smooth coating enveloping the beef.
- Gradually introduce milk into the cheese mixture, whisking continuously to create a velvety sauce. Adjust liquid volume to achieve desired sauce consistency, ensuring a silky texture.
- Integrate cooked pasta into the skillet, thoroughly coating each pasta strand with the rich, savory cheese sauce. Taste and refine seasoning as necessary. Serve immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and creamy texture.
Notes
- Always select lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and keep the dish lighter.
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier twist that adds more nutritional value without compromising taste.
- Consider adding diced onions or bell peppers during beef browning to boost vegetable intake and provide additional texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg