Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta
Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta combines tender penne, smoky bacon, savory ground beef, and creamy Alfredo sauce into one skillet meal. Finished with melted cheddar and optional tangy pickles, it’s the perfect comfort food twist on a cheeseburger.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups penne pasta cooked al dente
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped pickles adds tang
- Optional: ¼ cup diced onions extra flavor
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once browned and no pink remains, about 6–8 minutes, drain excess fat.
- Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Return the beef to the skillet. Add the pasta, Alfredo sauce, shredded cheddar, and crumbled bacon. Stir until the cheese melts and everything is coated in sauce. Mix in pickles or onions if using.
- Serve warm in bowls. Top with extra cheese or crispy bacon bits for added flavor.