Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta (Printable Version)

Creamy pasta combined with ground beef, smoky bacon, and melted cheddar cheese for a hearty meal.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

→ Pasta

03 - 2 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta

→ Dairy

04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1 cup whole milk

→ Sauce and Seasoning

06 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 cup ketchup
08 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
09 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
02 - Sprinkle flour over the browned beef and stir to combine. Gradually whisk in milk until a smooth sauce forms.
03 - Add ketchup and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper, then simmer the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Stir in cooked pasta, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until cheese melts and ingredients are evenly coated.
05 - Serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with additional cheese or crumbled bacon.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Ensure ground beef is fully cooked and drained to reduce excess grease for optimal texture.

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