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Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti Recipe


  • Author: Valentina Lewis
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Not specified

Description

🥓 Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of the Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti, a perfect one-skillet meal combining cheesy goodness with hearty ground beef.
🍝 This recipe is simple to make, blending bacon, pasta, and a tangy burger sauce for a satisfying dinner twist that’s sure to please.


Ingredients

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3 slices center cut bacon diced Adds crispy texture and rich flavor rendering fat for cooking other ingredients in this Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti dish

1 sweet onion finely diced Provides sweetness and depth balancing the savory elements in your Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti Recipe

1 pound ground beef (96/4 lean) Serves as the main protein source offering a hearty base while keeping things lean for this Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti meal

1 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances overall seasoning bringing out the natural flavors in the beef and sauce of this Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti Recipe

1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds a subtle kick and pairs with other spices for a well-rounded Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti taste

8 ounces pasta shells Holds the sauce and ingredients perfectly making each bite of Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti satisfying and flavorful ziti can be used for a traditional twist

2 1/2 cups beef broth Creates a flavorful cooking liquid helping the pasta absorb tastes while keeping the dish moist in this Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti Recipe

3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce Infuses a tangy umami depth that elevates the beefy profile of your Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti

1/4 cup sugar-free ketchup Forms the base of the sauce adding sweetness without extra calories for this Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti variation

3 tablespoons yellow mustard Brings tanginess and zest to the sauce complementing the beef in Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti

2 tablespoons light mayo Adds creaminess to the sauce making the Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti Recipe smooth and rich

2 tablespoons diced pickled jalapeño or relish Provides a spicy or tangy punch enhancing the overall flavor in Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti

6 ounces shredded Colby Jack or cheddar cheese divided Melts into the dish for cheesiness with half mixed in for creaminess and the rest for a bubbly top in Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti Recipe


Instructions

1. Mix the burger sauce ingredients (ketchup, yellow mustard, light mayo, diced pickled jalapeño or relish) in a bowl and set aside. Preheat the oven broiler.
2. Cook the diced bacon in a cold pan over medium-high heat until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
3. Add the diced sweet onion to the bacon fat in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
4. Push onions to one side. Add ground beef to the other side, season with kosher salt and black pepper, brown and break apart until fully cooked, then mix with onions.
5. Add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stir in pasta shells, and cook for 6 minutes until just shy of al dente.
6. Turn off heat. Stir in the burger sauce and 4 ounces of shredded cheese until creamy.
7. Top with crispy bacon and remaining cheese. Broil for 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

🥓 Dicing bacon and starting it in a cold pan helps render fat evenly for crispiness.
🧅 Onion powder can be a quick substitute if fresh onions are unavailable.
🍝 Use pasta shells to hold sauce well; elbows or whole wheat pasta are good alternatives.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Broiling Time: 3-5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sautéing, Simmering, Broiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 365
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 750 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 26 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: Beefy Bacon Beer Ziti,Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta,Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta,Easy One-Skillet Recipe