Description
Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta is a mouthwatering fusion dish that combines the irresistible flavors of a juicy cheeseburger with the creamy indulgence of a classic alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounce pasta (elbow, penne, rotini, or shells)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (optional)
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/3 cup diced dill pickles
Instructions
1. Start by preparing the pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and season it with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook the beef until it’s browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
3. Stir the Alfredo sauce into the cooked beef until well combined. Add the cooked pasta, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese (if using). Mix everything together until the cheese has melted and the ingredients are evenly distributed.
4. Fold in the crumbled bacon and diced dill pickles, gently incorporating them into the pasta mixture.
5. Serve the Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta hot, garnished with optional chopped tomatoes and shredded lettuce for a truly loaded cheeseburger experience.
Notes
For a lighter version, you can opt for a lower-fat alfredo sauce or even a creamy cashew-based sauce. Additionally, substituting ground turkey or plant-based protein for the ground beef can help reduce the overall fat and calorie content of the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg