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Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta

A delightful mashup of bacon cheeseburgers and creamy pasta, perfect for family meals and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 750
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz elbow macaroni Cook according to package instructions.
Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking the beef.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Adds creaminess to the sauce.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For gooey goodness.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 strips bacon Cooked and crumbled.
Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Method
 

Cooking Pasta and Beef
  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, cooking until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
Making the Sauce
  1. Once your meat is browned, stir in the heavy cream, along with the cheddar and Parmesan cheese. Mix until everything is melted and nicely combined.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Toss the cooked macaroni into the skillet, ensuring it's well-coated with the creamy sauce.
  2. Top the pasta with the crumbled bacon before serving.

Notes

For storage, refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can freeze the dish before adding bacon for longer storage. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream to loosen the sauce.