If you’re craving something rich, cheesy, and full of flavor, this Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta is the ultimate comfort food. It’s packed with seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and tender pasta—all the best parts of a classic bacon cheeseburger in a creamy, delicious pasta dish.
Cook the pasta:
In a large pot of salted water, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the bacon:
In a large skillet, cook the bacon strips until crispy. Remove from the skillet, crumble, and set aside. Leave a bit of bacon grease in the skillet.
Cook the beef:
Add the ground beef to the skillet with the bacon grease. Cook over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper.
Sauté the veggies:
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the beef. Cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Make the sauce:
Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream, then add the ketchup and mustard. Stir until everything is well combined and the sauce begins to thicken.
Combine:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to coat it in the creamy sauce. Then, fold in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, stirring until melted and gooey.
Top and serve:
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the pasta and stir. Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or fresh herbs if desired.