Description
Cheeseburger Pasta is a delightful fusion of comfort food that captures the essence of a classic cheeseburger in an easy-to-make pasta dish. This one-skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights, providing hearty flavors that appeal to both kids and adults alike. With tender ground beef enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce and mixed with your favorite pasta, it’s a satisfying dinner option that comes together in just 20 minutes. Customize it with your favorite veggies or pasta shape to create your family’s perfect meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 16 ounces pasta (uncooked)
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Lower the heat and add cream cheese and sharp cheddar to the skillet with the beef. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and salt; stir until melted.
- Gradually stir in milk until the sauce is smooth.
- Mix the drained pasta into the cheese sauce, stirring well to coat evenly. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg