Description
Craving something ultra-comforting, quick, and loaded with flavor? This Loaded Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta is the ultimate weeknight indulgence—combining creamy Alfredo sauce, savory ground beef, and melty cheese all tangled up with rotini pasta. It’s a one-pan dinner dream, packed with that irresistible cheeseburger flavor, and perfect for anyone hunting for new easy dinner ideas, quick comfort food, or family-friendly recipes. Great for potlucks, cozy nights in, or anyone obsessed with rich, cheesy food ideas.
Ingredients
1 pound rotini pasta
1 pound ground beef (80/20 preferred)
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup beef broth
1 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain the excess grease.
3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and beef broth. Stir well and simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted. Add diced tomatoes if using. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
7. Sprinkle with extra cheese if desired. Cover for 1–2 minutes to let it melt. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for the creamiest sauce—pre-shredded often contains anti-caking agents.
Don’t let the cream boil; keep it at a gentle simmer to avoid curdling.
Add a splash of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency right before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1 ½ cups)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: cheeseburger pasta, easy dinner, alfredo pasta, ground beef pasta, comfort food