Here’s a quick and delicious Cheeseburger Pasta recipe that’s perfect for a family-friendly meal:
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (like penne or rotini)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard (yellow or Dijon)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
- Optional toppings: chopped pickles, diced tomatoes, or crumbled bacon
Instructions
- Cook the pasta:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the beef:
- In a large skillet or pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
- Sauté the aromatics:
- Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Build the sauce:
- Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes, ketchup, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Combine:
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Add the cheese:
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
- Serve:
- Serve hot with your favorite cheeseburger-inspired toppings like pickles, extra cheese, or crumbled bacon.
This Cheeseburger Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that’s quick, easy, and packed with cheesy, savory flavor. Enjoy! 🍔🍝