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Cheesy Beef and Bacon Pasta

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A rich and creamy pasta dish combining ground beef, crispy bacon, and a mix of cheeses, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground beef chuck
  • 8 oz Thick cut bacon
  • 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 12 oz Spaghetti
  • 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
  • 14.5 oz Fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 8 oz Tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 1 cup Mild cheddar, grated
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup Colby jack cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh chives, chopped
  • Cowboy butter seasonings (smoked paprika and dried herbs)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the thick cut bacon into strips and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
  2. Add crumbled ground beef to the pan, cooking until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  3. Mix in diced onion and cook until translucent, then stir in minced garlic along with cowboy butter seasonings for that extra kick.
Sauce Preparation
  1. Pour in fire roasted diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and butter. Stir until smooth, lower the heat, and let it simmer after adding the heavy cream until it thickens.
Pasta Cooking
  1. Prepare spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, then fold it into the sauce.
  2. Stir in the grated cheeses until melted and creamy.
Assembly
  1. Top the dish with crumbled bacon and transfer everything to a baking dish if desired.
  2. Bake at 375°F for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Finishing Touch
  1. Finish by sprinkling chopped chives on top and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 33gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

Feel free to substitute ground turkey or a plant-based option for a lighter version. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge, or freeze for 2-3 months.
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