Loaded Beef Cheeseburger Pasta – A Flavor Explosion!
If you’re craving a dish that marries the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with comforting pasta, Loaded Beef Cheeseburger Pasta is your answer! This creamy, flavorful dish combines savory ground beef and gooey cheese, making it a hit for family dinners or busy weeknights. In just under an hour, you’ll have a satisfying meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With its customizable nature, you can easily adapt the ingredients to suit your family’s taste. Get ready to enjoy a flavor explosion in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add diced onions and sauté until softened.
- Mix in ketchup, mustard, cooked pasta, salt, pepper, and any desired seasonings.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes of extra cheese or chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg