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Creamy Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo

A rich and creamy dish that combines pasta, beef, cheese, and cream, perfect for hearty comfort food lovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 700
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz elbow macaroni or pasta of choice You can use other pasta shapes like penne or rotini.
Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Used for cooking the ground beef.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
  • 1 cup milk Provides a smoother sauce.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can mix with mozzarella and Parmesan for a different experience.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Sauce Preparation
  1. Lower the heat, then add the heavy cream and milk, mixing well.
  2. Gradually stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Combine
  1. Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, stirring until evenly coated.
  2. Serve hot and enjoy your creamy bacon cheeseburger alfredo!

Notes

Serve hot from the pan, topping with extra shredded cheese, chopped green onion, or cracked black pepper. Cool leftovers to room temperature, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stove with a splash of milk.