Description
A comforting, quick, and easy one-pot meal that combines creamy cheese, tender beef, and macaroni for a delicious family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in elbow macaroni, beef broth, milk, ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until macaroni is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Can be customized with additional veggies or spices. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: One Pot, Cheeseburger, Macaroni, Comfort Food, Quick Meal