Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 -
12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
→ Protein
02 -
1 pound ground beef
03 -
1 1/2 cups cooked bacon, crumbled
→ Vegetables
04 -
1 small onion, diced
→ Sauce and Cheese
05 -
2 cups Alfredo sauce
06 -
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Seasonings
07 -
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 -
Salt, to taste
09 -
Black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Toppings
10 -
Diced pickles
11 -
Chopped green onions
12 -
Ketchup
13 -
Mustard
# Instructions:
01 -
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 -
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until beef is fully browned. Drain excess fat.
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Add garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet and stir to distribute seasoning evenly.
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Stir in crumbled bacon, Alfredo sauce, and shredded cheddar cheese. Simmer until cheese melts and sauce is smooth and creamy.
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Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly in the sauce mixture.
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Transfer mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes to achieve a bubbly, golden top.
# Notes:
01 -
Shred cheese fresh for improved melting. Avoid overcooking pasta to maintain texture. Add crunchy toppings last. Use a deep skillet for easier mixing.