Description
This Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta Bake is a creamy, indulgent dish that combines the rich flavors of savory bacon and melted cheese with al dente pasta. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the crispy bacon to the smooth, cheesy sauce, making it a comforting meal that satisfies all cravings.
Ingredients
- Pasta: 12 oz elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
- Meat: 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained
- Bacon: 6 slices, cooked until crispy and chopped
- Cheese: 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Vegetables: 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Condiments: 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup mustard
- Seasonings: 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp paprika
- Liquid: 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked pasta, chopped bacon, ketchup, mustard, heavy cream, and seasonings until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for beef and use low-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 1 gram
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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