Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta
A rich and creamy pasta that combines the flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger with the comforting smoothness of Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 6 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 12 oz pasta penne, rotini, or fusilli
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup diced tomatoes optional
- ¼ cup chopped pickles optional, for garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil pasta until al dente, drain, toss lightly with oil, and set aside.
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess grease and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, then sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes until soft. Stir in flour and cook for another minute.
- Slowly whisk in heavy cream and milk to prevent lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add cream cheese, cheddar, and Parmesan, stirring until smooth and creamy. Thin with a bit of milk if needed.
- Add beef, bacon, and pasta to the sauce, tossing until evenly coated. Mix in diced tomatoes if desired.
- Top with extra cheddar, chopped pickles, and parsley. Serve warm and enjoy.