Description
A hearty and fulfilling dish that combines the flavors of a cheeseburger with the comfort of pasta, topped with crispy bacon and creamy cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces short pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow macaroni)
- 1 pound ground beef (can substitute with ground turkey or chicken)
- 6 slices bacon (cooked and crispy)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble it into small pieces.
- Brown the ground beef over medium heat in the same skillet. Drain any excess grease.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the ground beef. Stir to combine and let cook for another minute.
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Add the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet with the beef. Stir until melted and creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing until well coated in the cheese sauce.
- Fold in the crumbled bacon, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the pasta.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, use extra sharp cheddar cheese or add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: bacon, cheeseburger, pasta, comfort food, family dinner, quick meal