Description
Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta combines ground smoked beef, beef pepperoni, creamy heavy cream, cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, and al dente penne for a rich, indulgent dinner. This easy one‑pan recipe delivers the familiar cheeseburger taste in a comforting Alfredo sauce, perfect for busy weeknights. Garnish with fresh parsley for color and serve hot for a satisfying, restaurant‑style meal that the whole family will love. Add a sprinkle of Parmesan and a dash of pepper now just before serving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb ground smoked beef
- 4 oz beef pepperoni, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta until al dente and set aside.
- Melt butter in a skillet, brown ground smoked beef, and season.
- Add sliced beef pepperoni and cook briefly.
- Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, garlic powder, cheddar and Parmesan; melt into a sauce.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, coat evenly.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version
- substitute half the heavy cream with low‑fat milk. Use freshly grated cheese for best texture. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta, easy pasta recipes, beef pasta dish, alfredo pasta recipe, quick weeknight meals, cheesy pasta dinner, family pasta dinner, creamy pasta recipe, penne alfredo beef