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Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta

Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta: Comfort Food in Every Bite

Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta blends classic cheeseburger flavors with creamy pasta for a quick, comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Use elbow, penne, rotini, or shells
Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Leftover hamburger patties make a great substitution.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Vegetable oil is a good alternative if needed.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Feel free to swap in fresh onions if you prefer.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder You can use 1-2 cloves of fresh garlic instead.
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional, omit if you want a milder taste.
  • Salt Adjust generously to your liking.
  • Pepper Adjust generously to your liking.
Sauce
  • 1½ cups Alfredo Sauce Homemade or high-quality store-bought options work wonderfully.
Cheesy Finish
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Using freshly shredded cheese ensures better meltability.
  • ½ cup Mozzarella Cheese Optional, feel free to skip if you don't have it on hand.
Toppings
  • 4 slices Cooked Bacon Turkey bacon is an excellent lighter substitute.
  • ⅓ cup Diced Dill Pickles Gherkins or sweet pickles can be used as alternatives.
  • Optional Toppings Chopped tomatoes or shredded lettuce for a fresh touch.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Directions
  1. Step 1: Cook Pasta - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add 8 ounces of pasta, and cook until al dente, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Brown Beef - In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil, add 1 pound of ground beef, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until browned. Drain excess grease.
  3. Step 3: Season Beef - Add onion powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to the beef in the skillet, stirring to combine, and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Add Alfredo Sauce - Pour in 1½ cups of Alfredo sauce, stirring to blend. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Combine Pasta - Add the cooked pasta and stir in the cheeses until melted and combined.
  6. Step 6: Top and Serve - Garnish with crumbled bacon and diced pickles. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Cook pasta al dente for best texture. Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting. Adjust seasoning according to taste.

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