Cavatappi Cheeseburger Skillet

Quick and Easy Cavatappi Cheeseburger Skillet Recipe!

The delightful world of comfort food with our Cavatappi Cheeseburger Skillet! This dish combines the beloved flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the twist of cavatappi pasta, creating a mouthwatering meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a comforting meal without the fuss.

Cavatappi Cheeseburger Skillet Ingredients
Cavatappi Cheeseburger Skillet Ingredients

Cavatappi Cheeseburger Skillet

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Course: Main CourseCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes
Calories

463

kcal
Total time

30

minutes

Dive into the delightful world of comfort food with our Cavatappi Cheeseburger Skillet! This dish combines the beloved flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the twist of cavatappi pasta, creating a mouthwatering meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a comforting meal without the fuss.

Ingredients

  • Pasta Base
  • 14 oz cavatappi pasta cooked al dente

  • Meat and Vegetables
  • 1 lb lean ground beef

  • 1 large onion finely chopped

  • 1 medium tomato diced

  • Cheese Sauce
  • 8 oz cheddar cheese shredded

  • 1/2 cup low-fat milk

  • Seasoning and Extras
  • 1/2 cup ketchup

  • 2 tsp dry mustard powder

  • 2/3 cup sliced dill pickles

  • Alternative Ingredients
  • Ground turkey or plant-based meat substitute for ground beef

  • Gluten-free pasta for cavatappi pasta

  • Dairy-free cheese and almond milk for cheddar cheese and milk

Directions

  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and chopped onion; cook for about 10 minutes until the beef is browned and onions are translucent.
  • Lower the heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese and milk into the skillet until the cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth (about 5 minutes).
  • Add ketchup and dry mustard to the skillet; mix well. Fold in the cooked cavatappi pasta and sliced dill pickles until everything is evenly coated and heated through (about 5 minutes). Garnish with diced tomatoes before serving.

Equipment

  • nonstick pan

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 463kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg
  • Sodium: 504mg
  • Potassium: 350mg
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 39g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Vitamin A: 5IU
  • Vitamin C: 8mg
  • Calcium: 20mg
  • Iron: 18mg

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