Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta (Printable Version)

Creamy pasta with bacon, beef, and cheddar—hearty and ready in no time for busy weeknights.

# Everything You’ll Need:

01 - 1 lb ground beef

02 - 2 cups cooked pasta, such as rotini or penne

03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

04 - 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

05 - 1 cup whole milk

06 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

07 - 1/4 cup ketchup

08 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

09 - Salt to taste

10 - Black pepper to taste

01 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked through. Drain excess fat.

02 - Sprinkle flour over the cooked beef. Stir to coat, then gradually pour in milk while stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.

03 - Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to enhance the flavor.

04 - Add cooked pasta, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir until cheese is melted and fully combined.

05 - Serve hot, garnished with extra bacon or cheese if desired.

01 - Add hot sauce or red pepper flakes for a spicy variation.

02 - Try a cheese blend such as mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or Colby for extra richness.

03 - Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.