Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with garlic powder until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Lower heat and stir in the Alfredo sauce and heavy cream, mixing until heated through.
- Gradually add shredded cheese while stirring until melted; mix in bacon bits.
- Fold cooked pasta into the sauce mixture until fully coated and simmer on low for about two minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese or parsley as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider adding sautéed vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days and reheated gently. - Enhance flavor by seasoning each component during cooking.