Description
This Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining the flavors of a juicy cheeseburger with creamy Alfredo sauce. Ground beef, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, and pasta come together in a rich, satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup milk (as needed for consistency)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp mustard (optional, for a hint of cheeseburger flavor)
- ¼ cup chopped pickles (optional, for extra cheeseburger taste)
- ¼ cup cooked and crumbled turkey bacon (optional)
- ¼ cup diced tomatoes (optional, for freshness)
- ¼ cup green onions or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil water, add a pinch of salt, and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain excess fat.
- Make the cheese sauce: Reduce heat, add butter, and stir in heavy cream. Slowly add cheddar and Parmesan, stirring until smooth. Add milk if needed.
- Combine everything: Stir in the cooked pasta until fully coated in the cheesy sauce.
- Add toppings (optional): Mix in pickles, tomatoes, and crumbled turkey bacon for extra flavor.
- Serve & garnish: Sprinkle with extra cheese, green onions, or parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- Shred your own cheese for the best melting consistency.
- Use warm milk when adjusting sauce thickness to prevent clumps.
- Store leftovers properly and reheat with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta, Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: ~650 kcal
- Sugar: ~5g
- Sodium: ~800mg
- Fat: ~38g
- Saturated Fat: ~20g
- Carbohydrates: ~50g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: ~35g
- Cholesterol: ~110mg
Keywords: Cheeseburger pasta, Alfredo pasta with beef, creamy cheeseburger pasta, one-pot cheeseburger pasta