Description
🍔 Indulge in the perfect comfort dish that combines the heartiness of a cheeseburger with the creamy goodness of cheesy pasta, all in one pot! 🧀
🍝 Quick, satisfying, and full of flavor—this recipe will become your go-to for an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love! 😋
Ingredients
Pasta (macaroni, penne, or rotini)
Ground beef (lean or extra-lean)
Tomato sauce or marinara
Shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend including mozzarella)
Onion (chopped)
Bell peppers (chopped)
Dill pickle relish
Ketchup
Mustard
Salt
Pepper
Italian seasoning
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta by boiling a large pot of salted water and following the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until no pink remains, breaking it into small pieces.
3. Add onions and bell peppers to the skillet with the beef and cook until the vegetables soften.
4. Stir in ketchup, mustard, and dill pickle relish, allowing the mixture to simmer for a few minutes to combine flavors.
5. Mix the cooked pasta into the meat and vegetable mixture, then pour in the tomato sauce, stirring well to coat the pasta.
6. Season the dish with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning for enhanced flavor.
7. Add shredded cheese into the skillet, stirring frequently until it melts evenly and coats the pasta.
8. Serve the Cheesy Sloppy Cheeseburger Pasta hot, garnished with extra cheese or optional toppings like bacon bits.
Notes
1. Add a zesty kick with jalapeños or sriracha for a spicy twist in your cheesy sloppy cheeseburger pasta.
2. Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based protein for a healthier and lighter variation.
3. Use whole-grain pasta and mix in extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American