If you’re looking for a meal that brings all the comfort of a summer cookout straight to your dinner table, this Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta is it! Imagine all the best parts of a juicy bacon cheeseburger mixed with cheesy, tender pasta in one skillet—pure, hearty goodness. Whether you’re feeding the whole family or just want something quick and satisfying, this is bound to be a new favorite.
Why You’ll Love Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta
- Quick & Easy: This easy dinner is ready in under 30 minutes, making it a great recipe for busy weeknights.
- Comfort Food: Combining the best part of a bacon cheeseburger with tender pasta makes for the ultimate comfort food.
- Family-Friendly: The whole family will love the cheesy, beefy flavors, and you can even customize it with your favorite cheeseburger toppings.
- Versatile: You can easily add your favorite burger toppings to suit your taste preferences.
Simple Ingredients
- Ground Beef
- Bacon
- Yellow Onion
- Montreal Steak Seasoning
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Dill Relish
- Tomato Sauce
- Heavy Whipping Cream
- Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
- Penne Pasta
How To Make Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta
Cook the pasta according to the package directions. While that’s going, grab a large skillet and set it over medium-high heat. Toss in the diced bacon and cook until it’s nice and crispy. Once done, remove the bacon and set it aside on paper towels to drain.
In the same skillet without removing the bacon grease, add the diced onion and ground beef, cooking until there’s no pink left. Drain off all the excess grease off the cooked ground beef and discard drippings. Season the meat with some Montreal Steak Seasoning, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, dill relish, tomato sauce, and heavy whipping cream. Add in 1 cup of shredded cheddar and half of the crispy bacon, mixing until everything is well combined.
Once the pasta is cooked, stir it into the skillet with the meat mixture. Sprinkle cheese and bacon pieces on top. Pop it in the oven at 350 degrees for 5-10 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve it up and get ready to enjoy a delicious meal!
Tip and Tricks for The BEST Pasta
- Crispy Bacon: Make sure to cook the bacon until nice and crisp, this adds texture to the dish and irresistible flavor.
- Don’t Overcook The Pasta: For best results, cook the pasta al dente so it holds up well in the dish.
- Shred Your Own Cheese: For the ultimate cheese melt, use freshly shredded cheddar cheese.
How To Store Leftovers
- Refrigerate: This pasta is delicious the next day! Store any leftover bacon cheeseburger pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: To reheat next time, warm it on the stove over medium heat, stirring in a little extra beef broth or water to loosen the sauce. You can also microwave individual servings until heated through.
FAQ
- Can I use ground turkey instead of beef? Absolutely. Ground turkey or even ground chicken are great options if you’re looking for a leaner protein.
- What’s the best pasta to use? Penne pasta, elbow macaroni, or spiral pasta work best for this dish because they hold the sauce well, but feel free to use your favorite pasta shape.
- Can I freeze this dish? I do not recommend freezing because pasta tends to reheat mushy when previously frozen.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground Beef
- 1 Packet Bacon diced
- ½ Yellow Onion diced
- 1 tablespoon Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Dill Relish
- 8 Ounce Tomato Sauce
- ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 cups Mild Cheddar Cheese shredded
- 12- ounce Penne Pasta
Instructions
- Cook pasta per package instructions. In a large skillet over medium high heat cook the diced bacon pieces until crispy then remove and set aside on a paper towel to drain. Add in the diced onion and ground beef. Cook until no pink is visible then drain off all excess grease.
- Season the meat with Montreal Steak Seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder. Add in the Worcestershire sauce, dill relish, tomato sauce and heavy whipping cream. Add in 1 cup of shredded cheese and half the amount of bacon then stir until well combined.
- Add in the cooked pasta and stir to incorporate. Top with the remained of shredded cheese and bacon pieces. Bake at 350 degrees for 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted. Serve & enjoy!
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