Description
Sizzling cheeseburger pasta promises a comforting dinner adventure straight from skillet to plate. Hearty flavors blend seamlessly, delivering classic American diner charm with minimal cleanup and maximum satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef
Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Liquids and Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 can (14.5 ounces/411 grams) diced tomatoes, including juices
Pasta and Cheese:
- 8 ounces (225g) uncooked pasta
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (yellow preferred, made with plant-based rennet)
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Coles Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high temperature and thoroughly cook ground beef, breaking into small crumbles until no pink remains. Drain excess fat completely to prevent greasy texture.
- Incorporate finely diced onions and minced garlic into the beef, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until aromatics become translucent and fragrant.
- Pour beef stock, milk, and entire can of diced tomatoes into the skillet. Scrape bottom of pan to release caramelized meat fragments, maximizing flavor development.
- Introduce uncooked pasta directly into liquid mixture, ensuring all pasta is submerged. Cover skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Stir periodically to prevent pasta from sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Once pasta reaches al dente consistency, fold in shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until cheese melts completely and creates a smooth, creamy sauce. Integrate Worcestershire sauce and mustard for depth of flavor.
- Season with salt and pepper according to personal preference. Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for additional color and herbal notes.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing the rich, comforting flavors to shine.
Notes
- Choose ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version that still packs delicious flavor and reduces overall fat content.
- Replace regular pasta with gluten-free pasta alternatives like chickpea or quinoa pasta to make the dish celiac-friendly.
- Sneak in extra nutrition by adding diced bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach during the onion cooking stage for increased vegetable intake.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp provolone, pepper jack, or a blend of cheeses to customize the flavor profile and keep the dish exciting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg