Description
Indulge in a creamy, savory Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet that combines the rich flavors of crispy bacon, melted cheese, and tender pasta. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the crunchy bacon bits to the smooth, cheesy sauce that envelops the pasta.
Ingredients
- Pasta: 8 oz elbow macaroni
- Meat: 1 lb ground beef
- Bacon: 6 slices, chopped
- Vegetables: 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Cheese: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup cream cheese
- Broth: 2 cups beef broth
- Seasonings: 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add the beef broth, elbow macaroni, and seasonings. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in the cream cheese and shredded cheddar until melted and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Fold in the crispy bacon and cherry tomatoes, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, add a splash of beef broth to loosen the sauce and warm over low heat.
- For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for beef and use low-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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