That sounds like the ultimate comfort food! Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta is a creamy, cheesy, and beefy dish packed with flavor—like a cheeseburger and pasta had a delicious baby. 🍔🧀🍝
Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients
For the Pasta & Meat
12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or macaroni)
1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
½ cup diced onions
½ cup diced pickles (optional, for a true burger taste)
For the Alfredo Cheese Sauce
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half)
1 cup milk
1 tsp Dijon mustard (for that cheeseburger tang)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
Toppings & Garnish
½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
½ cup diced tomatoes
¼ cup green onions or parsley
Extra shredded cheese for topping
Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta
Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Beef
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
Stir in the diced onions and cook until soft.
If using, mix in diced pickles for extra cheeseburger flavor.
Drain excess grease and set aside.
3. Make the Alfredo Cheese Sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute until golden.
Slowly whisk in heavy cream and milk, stirring constantly.
Add Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and continue mixing until smooth.
4. Combine Everything
Add the cooked pasta and beef mixture into the sauce, stirring to coat everything.
Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thick and creamy.
5. Add Toppings & Serve
Sprinkle crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, and extra cheese on top.
Garnish with green onions or parsley.
Serve hot and enjoy the cheesy, meaty, and creamy goodness!
Bonus: Want Extra Flavor?
Make it Spicy: Add jalapeños or hot sauce.
Burger-Style Topping: Drizzle some burger sauce (mayo + ketchup + mustard) on top.
Crunch Factor: Top with toasted breadcrumbs for a crispy bite.
Would you add any fun twists to this dish? 🍔🧀🔥