Description
Hearty Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta brings classic American comfort flavors into one delicious skillet meal. Rich creamy sauce, crispy bacon, and savory beef create a mouthwatering combination you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups penne pasta, cooked (according to package instructions)
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Toppings:
- 0.25 cup chopped pickles
- 0.25 cup diced onions
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef in a spacious skillet over medium heat, methodically breaking apart the meat until it reaches a rich, golden-brown color. Carefully drain away excess fat to ensure a clean, lean base.
- Simultaneously, initiate a pot of generously salted water, bringing it to a rolling boil. Introduce penne pasta and allow it to cook until achieving perfect al dente texture, then strain and reserve.
- Transfer the expertly browned beef back to the skillet, creating a robust foundation for the dish. Cascade the drained pasta into the pan, followed by a luxurious coating of Alfredo sauce that promises creamy decadence.
- Integrate shredded cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt seamlessly and create a velvety texture. Sprinkle crispy, crumbled bacon throughout the mixture, distributing savory notes evenly.
- For additional complexity, fold in diced pickles and finely chopped onions, introducing layers of tangy and sharp undertones that complement the rich protein and cheese.
- Plate the pasta, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients. Elevate the presentation by garnishing with extra cheese shreds or a final scattering of bacon bits for heightened visual and flavor appeal.
- Serve immediately while the dish maintains its optimal temperature and irresistible, glistening appearance.
Notes
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent watery sauce and ensure a rich, concentrated flavor profile.
- Toast bacon separately for extra crispiness, then crumble to maintain maximum texture and smoky crunch.
- Experiment with different pasta shapes like rigatoni or shells to catch more sauce and create interesting bite textures.
- Consider low-fat alternatives like ground turkey or lean beef to make the dish slightly healthier without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 738
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1075 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg