Ingredients
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- 8 oz Penne Pasta (or your favorite short pasta)
- 1 cup Alfredo Sauce (homemade recommended)
- 1 lb Ground Beef (or ground turkey)
- 4 oz Bacon (or turkey bacon)
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup Pickles (optional)
- 1/2 cup Onions (optional, sautéed)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions.
- Combine cooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, and ground beef in a large pot. Stir gently.
- Fold in crumbled bacon and optional toppings like onions and pickles.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Use homemade Alfredo sauce for better flavor.
- Ground turkey can be a leaner alternative to beef.
- Sauté onions for a softer texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg