Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta

• khẩu phần: Servings: 4-6
• tổng thời gian: 30 minutes

Nguyên liệu

12 oz (340g) penne or rotini pasta

1 lb (450g) ground beef

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced

1/2 cup dill pickles, chopped (optional)

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups heavy cream

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp salt

1 tbsp ketchup (optional, for a cheeseburger flavor boost)

1 tbsp mustard (optional)

Fresh parsley for garnish

Hướng dẫn

Cook Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook ground beef until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess grease and set aside.

Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet, add onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent. Stir in heavy cream, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Melt Cheeses: Reduce heat to low and slowly add cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until melted and smooth. Stir in ketchup and mustard if using.

Combine: Add the cooked pasta and ground beef to the skillet, stirring to coat everything in the creamy Alfredo sauce. Add pickles or other toppings if desired.

Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes