Description
Imagine taking the classic flavors of a bacon cheeseburger and blending them seamlessly into a comforting pasta bake. That’s exactly what the Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta Bake delivers – a delicious fusion of two beloved comfort foods that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 8 ounce rotini pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large pot, cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic until the beef is browned. Drain any excess fat.
- In the skillet with the beef, add the cooked pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled bacon, beef broth, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Stir in half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, reserving the remaining cheese for topping.
- Pour the pasta mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with the remaining cheese.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dish is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with the chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
To ensure your Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta Bake turns out perfectly every time, consider these helpful tips:
– Cook the pasta al dente to prevent mushiness.
– Drain excess fat from the ground beef to avoid greasiness.
– Shred cheese yourself for better melt quality.
– Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly for optimal flavor.
– Experiment with different cheese combinations for unique flavors.
– Add extra veggies like bell peppers or spinach for nutrition.
– Assemble in advance for convenience on busy nights.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams