Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked cavatappi pasta
  • 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon Montreal steak grill seasoning
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 cups sharp shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 6 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
  • Chopped fresh parsley leaves, if desired

Instruction

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Stir grill seasoning, milk, cheese and ketchup into beef; continue stirring until cheese is melted and mixture is well blended.
  • Stir in pasta and 4 slices crumbled bacon; cook until sauce thickens and mixture is heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 2 slices crumbled bacon and parsley.