Loaded Beef Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta
Loaded Beef Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, blending savory ground beef with creamy Alfredo sauce and perfectly cooked pasta. This dish is a hearty hug in a bowl, perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, it’s sure to impress your friends and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and bell peppers in olive oil until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Cook the beef: Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned (6-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Create the sauce: Stir in heavy cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Add cheese: Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta into the sauce until well coated. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, substitute ground beef with turkey or add mushrooms along with bell peppers. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat with a touch of milk.