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A bowl of creamy penne pasta with ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese garnish.
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Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 850kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 6 slices thick -cut bacon, diced
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced for garnish

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook penne pasta until al dente according to package instructions.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels.
  • Discard all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat from the skillet. Add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook until beef is browned and onions are translucent. Drain excess fat.
  • Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Lower heat to medium and pour in the heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in the shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the cooked pasta and half of the crispy bacon to the sauce, tossing to coat thoroughly.
  • Serve immediately topped with the remaining bacon and sliced green onions.