Name: One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 455g (1lb) of extra lean ground beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 medium fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 2 tbs of tomato paste; 1 teaspoon of paprika; 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon of mustard powder; pinch of salt and black pepper; 1/2 tbs of Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbs of sukrin gold (or another sweetener of choice); 300g (10.5oz) of uncooked penne pasta (or other pasta of choice); 3 cups (720ml) of chicken stock + 1 additional cup (240ml); 2-3 tbs of chopped pickles.; 120g (4oz) of cheddar (4xHEa's) - reserve a little for sprinkling on top once cooked; fresh chopped Italian parsley; Spray oil

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One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta - all the best flavours of a cheeseburger turned into a rich cheesy pasta dish the whole family will want on repeat. Think juicy seasoned beef, a creamy cheesy sauce, pasta cooked right in the pan, and all the comforting flavours you love in one easy dinner.

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The Best Ever Cheeseburger Pasta

I absolutely love a one pot meal, especially on those busy nights when the last thing I want is loads of washing up afterwards. Everything cooks together in one pan, which not only makes life easier, but also gives the pasta so much flavour as it cooks right in the sauce. It's simple, hearty, full of flavour, and exactly the kind of easy family dinner that always goes down well.

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Calories in One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta

This recipe serves 4 and is 596 calories per serving.

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Cheeseburger Recipes

It may not be much of a surprise that we love cheeseburgers in my house. I've already brought you these amazing recipes below:

That list just wouldn't seem complete without adding to it a Cheeseburger Pasta recipe.

It's actually a pasta recipe that's pretty popular this side of the Atlantic and this is my healthier, delicious take on it.

Tips for Cooking One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta

A few simple tips can help make this one pot cheeseburger pasta turn out perfectly every time.

Use a large deep pan or skillet so everything cooks evenly without overcrowding. A pan with a lid works best for cooking the pasta.
Get all your ingredients chopped and measured before you start, as this recipe comes together quickly once cooking begins.
Brown the beef well at the beginning for the best flavour. Let it get a little colour rather than just steaming.
Stir the pasta occasionally while cooking so it does not stick to the bottom of the pan.
If the pasta absorbs the liquid too quickly before fully cooked, just add a small splash of extra stock or water.
Add the cheese right at the end once the pasta is cooked so it melts smoothly into the sauce.
Let the pasta sit for a couple of minutes before serving, as the sauce will thicken slightly as it cools.

Side Suggestions

I love pairing this one pot cheeseburger pasta with a big mixed salad served in the middle of the table for everyone to help themselves to. It's a great way to add some freshness alongside the rich cheesy pasta and is perfect for using up whatever salad ingredients you already have in the fridge.

Baby greens, spinach, crisp lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, radishes, shredded carrots, beetroot, onion, peppers, sweetcorn, or even some pickles all work really well in a simple side salad for this dish.

You could also serve it with roasted vegetables, coleslaw, corn on the cob to make it even more of a comfort food style meal.

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Storing, Freezing and Reheating

Storing

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools.

Freezing

Allow the cheeseburger pasta to cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Reheating

Reheat in a pan over a low to medium heat or in the microwave until piping hot throughout. Add a splash of stock, milk, or water if needed to loosen the sauce while reheating.

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Recipe Card

Yield: SERVES 4

One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta

One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta - the best pasta dish you will make this year PERIOD!!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

455g (1lb) of extra lean ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
2 medium fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
2 tbs of tomato paste
1 teaspoon of paprika
½ teaspoon of onion powder
½ teaspoon of garlic powder
½ teaspoon of mustard powder
pinch of salt and black pepper
½ tbs of Worcestershire sauce
1 tbs of sukrin gold (or another sweetener of choice)
300g (10.5oz) of uncooked penne pasta (or other pasta of choice)
3 cups (720ml) of chicken stock + 1 additional cup (240ml)
2-3 tbs of chopped pickles.
120g (4oz) of cheddar (4xHEa's) - reserve a little for sprinkling on top once cooked
fresh chopped Italian parsley
Spray oil

Instructions

Add to a small bowl the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, salt and black pepper and mix to combine.
Spray a frying pan over a medium-high heat with spray oil, add the ground beef and onion and cook until brown.
Add the spices, tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce and sukrin and mix to coat.
Stir in the penne pasta.
Add the stock, bring to a boil, reduce heat slightly and allow to bubble for approx 12-14 minutes until pasta is cooked (add in more stock from the additional cup of stock if needed).
Add chopped pickles and cheddar and stir until sauce is velvety and coats everything in the pan.
Sprinkle with fresh chopped Italian parsley and the reserved cheddar.
Enjoy with a side salad and some of my yummy burger sauce from my Big Mac Fakeaway

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Nutrition Information

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Serving Size

1 SERVING
Amount Per Serving Calories 596Total Fat 17.9gSaturated Fat 9.4gCholesterol 97.8mgCarbohydrates 60.6gFiber 6.3gSugar 6.7gProtein 45.1g

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