Description
Indulge in a creamy Loaded Beef Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta that combines rich flavors, tender beef, and cheesy goodness—perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
- Penne Pasta
- Lean Ground Beef
- Heavy Cream
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Garlic Powder
- Italian Seasoning
- Parmesan Cheese
- Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a pot of salted boiling water, cook penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary, then season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Make the sauce: Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and stir until heated. Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine: Gently fold the cooked penne into the cheesy beef mixture until well-coated. Adjust cream for desired sauciness if needed.
- Season: Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the mixture while stirring; taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Finish with Parmesan: Remove from heat and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg