Easy Cheeseburger Pasta Recipe

Aldi recipes cheeseburger pasta in a pan.

Easy Cheeseburger Pasta Recipe

This easy 30-minute cheeseburger pasta combines juicy minced beef, tender pasta and plenty of melted cheese in a rich tomato sauce. Made with simple Aldi ingredients, it's a quick, family-friendly dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Author: Deborah Rainford

Ingredients

500 g (1 lb) minced (ground) beef
300 g (2 ¾ cups) macaroni, penne, or similar short pasta
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tsp paprika
400 g (14 oz) tin cherry tomatoes or chopped tomatoes
150 ml (½ cup) chicken stock, prepared from a stock cube
175 g (1 ½ cups) mature cheddar cheese, grated
½ bunch parsley, chopped
100 g (1 cup) mozzarella cheese, grated
1 tablespoon olive oil
sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pan of well-salted water to the boil. Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions until just al dente. Before draining, reserve about 125ml (½ cup) of the pasta cooking water, then drain and set aside.
Brown the Beef: While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the minced beef, season with salt and pepper and cook until deeply browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Make the Sauce: Add the onion and garlic to the beef and cook for about 5 minutes, until softened. Stir in the paprika and tomatoes, then pour in the chicken stock. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes, until the tomatoes have broken down and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Add the Cheese and Pasta: Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the cheddar until melted and smooth. Add the cooked pasta and toss until everything is well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
Finish and Serve: Stir through the chopped parsley and mozzarella until the cheese has just melted. Taste and adjust the seasoning, then serve immediately.

Notes

Melting the Cheese: Keep the heat low and add the cheddar gradually, stirring until melted before adding more. High heat can cause the cheese sauce to become oily or grainy.
Don't Overcook the Pasta: Cook the pasta until just al dente. It will continue to soften slightly when tossed through the hot sauce.
Make it Ahead: The pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add a splash of stock, milk or water when reheating to loosen the sauce.

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