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Cheesy Sloppy Cheeseburger Pasta Delight

This creamy, cheesy pasta dish combines the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the comforting texture of baked pasta. It’s a family-friendly favorite that’s simple to make and packed with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings!

Ingredients

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  • 12 ozpasta (penne or macaroni works best)1lb ground beef1onion, diced2cloves garlic, minced1 cupketchup1 cupmustard1 cupshredded cheddar cheese1 cupshredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cupheavy creamSalt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • 1lb ground beef1onion, diced2cloves garlic, minced1 cupketchup1 cupmustard1 cupshredded cheddar cheese1 cupshredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cupheavy creamSalt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • 1onion, diced2cloves garlic, minced1 cupketchup1 cupmustard1 cupshredded cheddar cheese1 cupshredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cupheavy creamSalt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • 2cloves garlic, minced1 cupketchup1 cupmustard1 cupshredded cheddar cheese1 cupshredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cupheavy creamSalt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • 1 cupketchup1 cupmustard1 cupshredded cheddar cheese1 cupshredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cupheavy creamSalt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • 1 cupmustard1 cupshredded cheddar cheese1 cupshredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cupheavy creamSalt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • 1 cupshredded cheddar cheese1 cupshredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cupheavy creamSalt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • 1 cupshredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cupheavy creamSalt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • 1/2 cupheavy creamSalt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • Salt and pepper to taste1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • 1 tbspolive oilOptional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping
  • Optional:chopped pickles, turkey bacon bits, additional cheese for topping

Instructions

  1. 1️⃣Cook the Pasta:Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.Drain the pasta and set it aside.2️⃣Prepare the Beef Mixture:Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and season with salt and pepper to taste.3️⃣Make the Cheese Sauce:In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat.Gradually whisk in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper if needed.4️⃣Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil.5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.Drain the pasta and set it aside.2️⃣Prepare the Beef Mixture:Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and season with salt and pepper to taste.3️⃣Make the Cheese Sauce:In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat.Gradually whisk in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper if needed.4️⃣Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil.5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  3. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
  4. 2️⃣Prepare the Beef Mixture:Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and season with salt and pepper to taste.3️⃣Make the Cheese Sauce:In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat.Gradually whisk in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper if needed.4️⃣Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil.5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and season with salt and pepper to taste.3️⃣Make the Cheese Sauce:In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat.Gradually whisk in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper if needed.4️⃣Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil.5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  6. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and season with salt and pepper to taste.3️⃣Make the Cheese Sauce:In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat.Gradually whisk in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper if needed.4️⃣Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil.5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  8. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and season with salt and pepper to taste.3️⃣Make the Cheese Sauce:In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat.Gradually whisk in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper if needed.4️⃣Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil.5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  9. 3️⃣Make the Cheese Sauce:
  10. In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat.Gradually whisk in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper if needed.4️⃣Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil.5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  11. Gradually whisk in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper if needed.4️⃣Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil.5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  12. 4️⃣Preheat the Oven:
  13. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil.5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  14. 5️⃣Combine Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  15. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, ketchup, mustard, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  16. 6️⃣Assemble and Bake:Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  17. Transfer the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish.Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  18. Sprinkle additional cheese, turkey bacon bits, or chopped pickles on top if desired.
  19. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  20. 7️⃣Serve:Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!
  21. Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, savory delight!

Notes

Add a layer of breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch before baking.For a spicy twist, mix in a tablespoon of hot sauce or chopped jalapeños.Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
For a spicy twist, mix in a tablespoon of hot sauce or chopped jalapeños.Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.