Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta (Print Version)
Ground beef, bacon, and cheddar combine with pasta for a comforting skillet, finished in a creamy, savory sauce.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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2 cups cooked rotini pasta or penne pasta
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup cooked beef bacon, crumbled
→ Sauce
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1 cup whole milk
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
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In a large skillet set over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned. Drain off the rendered fat.
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Sprinkle all-purpose flour evenly over the browned beef. Stir to coat, then gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to achieve a smooth consistency.
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Incorporate ketchup and Worcestershire sauce into the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir well and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
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Add the cooked rotini or penne pasta, crumbled beef bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir thoroughly until the cheese melts and the pasta is coated in the creamy sauce.
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Serve immediately while hot. For added richness, garnish with extra cheddar cheese or additional crumbled beef bacon if desired.
# Notes:
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For optimal texture, undercook the pasta by one minute before adding it to the skillet to prevent over-softening.