Beef and Bacon Pasta with Melty Cheese
Loaded with crispy bacon, savoury ground beef, and smothered in gooey, melted cheese, this Cheesy Bacon and Beef Pasta is the ultimate comfort food. It’s rich, hearty, and so delicious, you’ll be going back for seconds (and probably thirds)!
If you’re craving something indulgent, hearty, and ridiculously satisfying, this Beef and Bacon Pasta with Melty Cheese is about to become your new obsession.
This isn’t your average pasta dish— it’s crispy, cheesy, and loaded with savoury goodness.
It features tender pasta fried to golden perfection, mingling with juicy ground beef, crispy bacon, and gooey, melty cheese that pulls with every bite.
It’s the ultimate comfort food with a bit of crunch and a whole lot of flavour. Perfect for a cosy dinner, a party appetiser, or when you just need to treat yourself to something outrageously delicious.
Ready to dive into this crispy, cheesy masterpiece? Let’s get cooking!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
● Crispy, golden-brown pasta that’s basically snack-worthy.
● Savory beef and crispy bacon for that hearty, flavour-packed punch.
● Melty, gooey cheese that ties it all together like a warm, cheesy hug.
● Fried tomato slices for a burst of juicy, tangy goodness.
Ingredients You’ll Need
● 400g pasta (spaghetti, penne, or whatever’s hanging around)
● 200g ground beef, seasoned to perfection
● 150g bacon, chopped into bite-sized bits
● 1 onion, finely diced
● 3 cloves garlic, minced
● 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (because it makes everything better)
● Salt and pepper, to taste
● 2 tablespoons olive oil (for that crispy edge magic)
● 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or go wild with cheddar)
● 2 large tomatoes, sliced
● Fresh parsley, chopped (for that pop of colour and fancy flair)
How to Make It
1. Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
(Pro tip: Toss it with a little olive oil to prevent sticking while you prep the rest.)
2. Sizzle the Bacon and Beef
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same pan (hello, flavour!), add the ground beef, onion, and garlic.
Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Fry the Pasta
Add a bit more olive oil to the pan if needed. Toss in the cooked pasta and spread it out evenly.
Let it sit undisturbed for a couple of minutes to get those glorious crispy edges. Stir occasionally until golden brown all over.
4. Mix and Melt
Add the bacon back to the pan and mix everything together. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the pasta and let it melt, forming delicious, gooey pockets of cheesy goodness.
5. Fry the Tomato Slices
In a separate pan, quickly fry the tomato slices with a dash of salt and pepper until slightly caramelised and golden on the edges.
6. Assemble and Garnish
Top your crispy pasta with the fried tomato slices. Garnish with a generous handful of fresh parsley for that fresh, herby finish.
Final Thoughts
This Fried Pasta with Beef and Bacon is the ultimate comfort food remix.
It’s crunchy, cheesy, and loaded with bold flavours that’ll have you going back for seconds (or thirds… no judgment).
Perfect for weeknight dinners, late-night cravings, or impressing your friends with your next-level pasta game.
Go ahead, give it a try— your taste buds will thank you.
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