Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Alfredo (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
03 - 12 oz penne pasta
04 - 2 cups heavy cream
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Seasonings & Aromatics

08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1 teaspoon paprika
11 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Fats & Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
04 - Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Stir to coat the pasta evenly. Add the cooked ground beef, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and mozzarella cheese. Stir until the cheeses are melted and ingredients are well combined.

# Notes:

01 - Can substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken
02 - Add cream cheese for extra creaminess
03 - Adjust cheese amounts to taste