Description
A hearty blend of spices, creamy Alfredo sauce, and cheesy goodness enveloping perfectly cooked pasta and savory beef.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (85/15 preferred)
- 8 ounces pasta (elbow, penne, rotini, or shells)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1½ cups Alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese (optional)
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- ⅓ cup diced dill pickles
- Optional: chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce (for topping)
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the beef. Stir well.
- Combine with Alfredo Sauce: Reduce heat to low and pour in Alfredo sauce, stirring to combine. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Mix in the Pasta and Cheese: Toss in the cooked pasta, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Stir until cheese melts into sauce.
- Top with Bacon and Pickles: Sprinkle crumbled bacon and diced pickles on top. Add any extra toppings if desired.
- Serve: Scoop into bowls and enjoy warm.
Notes
Can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: cheeseburger, pasta, alfredo, comfort food, dinner