Creamy Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta

Ingredients:

12 oz elbow macaroni or pasta of choice

1 lb ground beef

1 tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic minced

2 cups heavy cream

1 cup milk

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

salt and pepper to taste

fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

 

Step 1: Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook until browned, then remove and set aside.

Step 3: In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream and milk. Bring to a simmer, then stir in cheddar and parmesan cheeses until smooth and melted.

Step 4: Return beef to the skillet and add cooked pasta. Toss to coat everything in the creamy sauce. Top with crumbled bacon and stir gently.

Step 5: Sprinkle more cheese on top if desired. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.