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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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American-inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method

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

Method
 

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Brown the Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet, cook until browned, and drain any excess fat.
  4. Make the Sauce: Stir in ketchup and mustard, simmer for 2–3 minutes, and then add the heavy cream. Mix until smooth.
  5. Add Cheese: Gradually stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and creamy.
  6. Combine with Pasta: Toss the cooked pasta with the cheesy beef sauce until fully coated.
  7. Top and Serve: Garnish with optional toppings like chopped pickles or bacon bits and enjoy!