Name: Smoky Turkey Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta With Golden Cheddar Crust
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 250g (9oz) Fettuccine Pasta: Use durum wheat semolina pasta for best texture.; 200g (7oz) Ground Halal Beef: Substitute with regular ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat).; 100g (3.5oz) Smoked Turkey Bacon, Chopped: Adds smoky depth.; 1 Tbsp (15ml) Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil is ideal.; 1 Small Onion, Diced: Yellow onion provides aromatic base.; 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced: Freshly minced for pungent flavor.; 300ml (1.25 cup) Heavy Cream: Key to a rich Alfredo sauce.; 120ml (0.5 cup) Whole Milk: Balances the richness of the cream.; 60g (2oz) Grated Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated for smooth melting.; 0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika: Enhances smoky flavor.; Salt and Pepper, to Taste: Season generously.; 30g (0.25 cup) Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Provides bold flavor and color.; 2 Tbsp (15g) Panko Breadcrumbs: Creates a crispy topping.; 1 Tbsp (15g) Unsalted Butter, Melted: Helps breadcrumbs brown.; 2 Tbsp (8g) Chopped Fresh Parsley: Adds a bright, herbaceous note.

Description

This Smoky Turkey Cheeseburger Alfredo Pasta combines the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with creamy Alfredo sauce and a golden cheddar-panko crust. It’s a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

250g (9oz) Fettuccine Pasta: Use durum wheat semolina pasta for best texture.
200g (7oz) Ground Halal Beef: Substitute with regular ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat).
100g (3.5oz) Smoked Turkey Bacon, Chopped: Adds smoky depth.
1 Tbsp (15ml) Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil is ideal.
1 Small Onion, Diced: Yellow onion provides aromatic base.
2 Cloves Garlic, Minced: Freshly minced for pungent flavor.
300ml (1.25 cup) Heavy Cream: Key to a rich Alfredo sauce.
120ml (0.5 cup) Whole Milk: Balances the richness of the cream.
60g (2oz) Grated Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated for smooth melting.
0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika: Enhances smoky flavor.
Salt and Pepper, to Taste: Season generously.
30g (0.25 cup) Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Provides bold flavor and color.
2 Tbsp (15g) Panko Breadcrumbs: Creates a crispy topping.
1 Tbsp (15g) Unsalted Butter, Melted: Helps breadcrumbs brown.
2 Tbsp (8g) Chopped Fresh Parsley: Adds a bright, herbaceous note.

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Instructions

Cook Pasta: Boil fettuccine until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
Crisp Bacon: Cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy, drain on paper towels.
Brown Beef & Aromatics: Brown beef with onion and garlic, season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
Craft Alfredo Sauce: Melt butter, add paprika and garlic, then whisk in cream, milk, and Parmesan until smooth. Adjust consistency with pasta water.
Combine & Coat: Toss pasta, beef mixture, bacon, and Alfredo sauce together.
Prepare for Broiling: Transfer to baking dish, top with cheddar and panko, drizzle with butter.
Broil to Perfection: Broil for 2-4 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Garnish & Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For a smoother Alfredo sauce, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese and add pasta water to adjust consistency.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Pasta
Method: Broil
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 650 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 800 mg
Fat: 35 g
Saturated Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 60 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg