Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat and Pasta
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1 pound ground beef
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2 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta
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1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
→ Cheese and Dairy
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup whole milk
→ Seasonings and Sauce
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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Salt and black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until completely browned. Drain off any excess grease.
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Sprinkle the flour over the cooked beef and mix it in thoroughly. Slowly add the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
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Stir in the ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper, then let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens up nicely.
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Toss in the cooked pasta, crumbled bacon, and most of the cheese. Mix everything until the cheese melts completely and coats all the ingredients.
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Remove from heat and serve right away while hot. Sprinkle any remaining cheese or extra bacon on top if desired.
# Notes:
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This recipe brings together all the classic flavors of a bacon cheeseburger in a comforting pasta dish.
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Make sure to cook your pasta separately beforehand and drain it well before adding to the skillet.
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The dish is best enjoyed fresh and hot, but leftovers reheat well with a splash of milk.