Description
Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, merging the savory goodness of a juicy cheeseburger with the creamy richness of Alfredo pasta. Picture perfectly cooked fettuccine or penne enveloped in a luscious sauce made from heavy cream and sharp cheddar cheese, topped with crispy bacon and seasoned ground beef. This one-pot wonder can be whipped up in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Each bite delivers a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh herbs or extra cheese, for a meal that’s as impressive as it is satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, leaving some drippings in the pan.
- In the same skillet, add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until smooth. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce mixture and reserved bacon. Stir gently until well coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg