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Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta

Cooked pasta tossed in a creamy cheese sauce with seasoned ground beef and crispy bacon. Rich, comforting, and inspired by classic bacon cheeseburger flavors, this pasta makes an easy and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 750
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces pasta penne, rotini, or shells, uncooked
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 6 strips bacon cooked and chopped
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a small amount of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving a small amount of fat in the pan.
  3. Add the ground beef and diced onion to the skillet. Cook until browned and the onion is softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and milk. Let the sauce gently warm, then add the cheddar and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  5. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  6. Sprinkle the cooked bacon over the top and serve warm.