Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta
A creamy and comforting pasta dish that combines the savory flavor of a cheeseburger with rich Alfredo sauce, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauce
- 8 oz Penne Pasta Feel free to swap with your favorite short pasta like fusilli or rigatoni.
- 1 cup Alfredo Sauce Homemade Alfredo sauce enhances the flavor.
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef Provides classic cheeseburger flavor; ground turkey can be a leaner option.
- 4 oz Turkey Bacon Use turkey bacon or a plant-based bacon for no-pork option.
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Opt for mozzarella for a different twist.
- 1/2 cup Pickles Essential for a true cheeseburger experience!
- 1/2 cup Onions Sauté them for a softer bite.
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook the penne pasta to al dente (about 10 minutes), then drain.
- While the pasta is cooking, brown the ground beef in a large skillet, seasoning with salt, pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder for about 6-8 minutes.
- In another pan, crisp the turkey bacon until slightly crunchy, chop it up, and set it aside.
- Sauté the onions until soft (about 2-3 minutes) and combine them with the browned beef and chopped bacon.
Cooking
- Add the Alfredo sauce to the meat mixture and stir until glossy and hot.
- Fold in the drained pasta and half of the cheddar cheese to melt into the mixture.
- Top with pickles and the remaining cheddar cheese, give it a final stir, and serve warm.
Notes
Make-ahead: cook pasta and sauce separately and combine when reheating. Store in airtight containers up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or cream. You can freeze portions without pickles for up to 2 months. For kid-friendly servings, omit pickles on children's plates and allow them to add later.