Name: Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled; 2 cups penne pasta, cooked; 1 cup Alfredo sauce; ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded; ¼ cup pickles, chopped (optional); ¼ cup onions, diced (optional)

Ingredients

Scale

- 1 lb ground beef

- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

- 2 cups penne pasta, cooked

- 1 cup Alfredo sauce

- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded

- ¼ cup pickles, chopped (optional)

- ¼ cup onions, diced (optional)

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Ground Beef

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

1. Once fully cooked, drain any excess fat.

Pro Tip: Use lean ground beef to reduce grease and make cleanup easier.

2. Combine Pasta and Sauce

1. In a large pot, combine the cooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, cooked ground beef, and shredded cheddar cheese.

1. Stir everything together until well mixed and heated through.

Pro Tip: Use freshly shredded cheddar for a creamier and smoother sauce.

3. Add the Bacon and Optional Toppings

1. Stir in the bacon crumbles.

1. If desired, add toppings like diced onions or chopped pickles for a cheeseburger-inspired twist.

Pro Tip: Sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top before serving for extra cheesiness.

4. Serve and Enjoy

1. Plate the pasta while hot, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.

1. Pair with a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.