Description
Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta is the perfect fusion of classic comfort food that will make your taste buds dance. This decadent dish features al dente pasta enveloped in a creamy, rich alfredo sauce, complemented by savory ground beef and crispy bacon. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this indulgent meal that’s ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors, combining the best elements of a cheeseburger with the comforting warmth of pasta. Pair it with a fresh garden salad or garlic bread for a well-rounded dinner that everyone will love and keep them coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of starchy water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, brown ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper until no longer pink (5-7 minutes).
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, then add parmesan cheese and garlic powder; mix until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta and bacon with the sauce in the skillet, adjusting consistency with reserved starchy water as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 43g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg