Description

The Bacon Ranch Cheeseburger Pasta Bake is a delicious, comforting dish that combines all the flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger with the creamy goodness of a baked pasta casserole. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, this dish is easy to prepare and loved by both kids and adults. The crispy bacon, savory ranch seasoning, and melted cheddar cheese make this pasta bake a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

8 ounces pasta (penne or rotini)
1 pound ground beef
6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup sour cream
½ cup milk
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the beef. Cook until the onion is soft.
Stir in the ranch seasoning mix, cheddar cheese soup, sour cream, milk, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
Fold in the cooked pasta and crumbled bacon. Stir to coat everything evenly.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

You can substitute the pasta with any short variety like fusilli or rigatoni.
Add veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms for a nutritious twist.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 480 kcal
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake, Cheeseburger Casserole, Comfort Food