Description
Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta is a hearty and delicious meal combining the flavors of classic cheeseburgers with creamy Alfredo pasta. This comforting dish features perfectly cooked pasta tossed with seasoned ground beef, rich Alfredo sauce, ketchup, mustard, and an irresistible blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Topped with crunchy pickles and fresh red onions, it’s an easy stovetop recipe that’s perfect for a family-friendly dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- ¼ cup diced pickles (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly and set it aside.
- Brown Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook until the beef is fully browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish from becoming too oily.
- Add Sauce and Seasonings: Stir in the Alfredo sauce, ketchup, yellow mustard, and diced pickles (if using) into the browned beef. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2–3 minutes so all the flavors meld and the sauce heats through.
- Combine with Pasta and Cheese: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat the pasta with the sauce and beef mixture. Sprinkle in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, stirring until melted and the sauce becomes creamy and rich.
- Garnish and Serve: Top the skillet mixture with the chopped red onion and garnish with fresh parsley or green onions. Serve the loaded cheeseburger Alfredo pasta hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use smoked cheddar cheese or add cooked crumbled bacon.
- This dish reheats well and is perfect for leftovers.
- Choose rotini or penne pasta to hold the creamy sauce and beef mixture effectively.
- Adjust pickles according to personal taste or omit if preferred.
- To make it low-fat, use lean ground beef and a lighter Alfredo sauce.
