Cheeseburger Pasta: A Comfort Food Mashup
Cheeseburger Pasta combines the bold flavors of a classic cheeseburger—savory ground beef, tangy ketchup and mustard, and creamy cheese—with the hearty goodness of pasta. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This one-pot dish is a cheesy, satisfying comfort meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta penne or macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 cup mustard
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped pickles bacon bits, additional cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Brown the Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet, cook until browned, and drain any excess fat.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in ketchup and mustard, simmer for 2–3 minutes, and then add the heavy cream. Mix until smooth.
- Add Cheese: Gradually stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss the cooked pasta with the cheesy beef sauce until fully coated.
- Top and Serve: Garnish with optional toppings like chopped pickles or bacon bits and enjoy!