Description
Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this Loaded Beef Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta! A rich, cheesy fusion of a classic cheeseburger and creamy Alfredo sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow macaroni)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp mustard
- Pickles (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess grease.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion is soft and fragrant.
- Season the Beef: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, mustard, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook for another minute to combine flavors.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add heavy cream and cream cheese, whisking until smooth.
- Incorporate Cheese: Gradually add Parmesan, cheddar, and mozzarella cheese, stirring until fully melted and creamy.
- Combine Everything: Pour the Alfredo sauce over the cooked beef mixture. Stir in beef broth to adjust consistency if needed.
- Toss with Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and mix well to coat it with the sauce.
- Final Touches: Adjust seasoning if needed, and sprinkle additional cheese on top. Garnish with pickles or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Dish out the pasta while hot, and enjoy this cheesy, meaty delight!
Notes
- Bacon Cheeseburger Style: Add crispy bacon crumbles for an extra smoky kick.
- Spicy Version: Use spicy cheddar and add more red pepper flakes.
- Low-Carb Option: Substitute pasta with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.
- Veggie Boost: Mix in sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach for added nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cheeseburger pasta, Alfredo pasta, beef pasta recipe, creamy pasta, comfort food