Creamy Cheeseburger Pasta (Printable Recipe Version)
A cozy baked pasta with ground beef, melted cheese, and burger-inspired flavors that's perfect for a family gathering.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Base Ingredients
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Diced onion, 1 medium-sized
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2 minced garlic cloves
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1 lb of ground beef
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12 oz of penne or elbow pasta
→ Sauces & Dairy
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1/2 cup of thick heavy cream
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1 cup of shredded mozzarella
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1 cup mustard
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1 cup ketchup
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1 cup of grated cheddar cheese
→ Seasonings & Oil
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1 spoonful of olive oil
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Pepper and salt to your liking
→ Optional Toppings
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Extra cheese on top
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Crumbled turkey bacon bits
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Finely chopped pickles
# Steps to Make It:
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Boil water with salt, toss in the pasta, and cook following the packaging. Drain, then put aside.
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Brown ground beef after sautéing the onion in some olive oil. Stir in garlic, let it cook through, pour off grease, then season.
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Warm heavy cream slowly in a saucepan. Stir in mozzarella and cheddar, letting it melt until smooth. Add seasoning if needed.
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In a baking pan, mix the cooked pasta, beef, cream mixture, ketchup, and mustard. Sprinkle some cheese over the top and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until bubbly.
# Extra Information:
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Sprinkle breadcrumbs for crunch before baking
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Stir in some hot sauce if you love a kick of spice
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Best kept in the fridge for up to 3 days