Description
Enjoy the comforting flavors of childhood with this easy and satisfying Homemade Beefaroni recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot wonder combines ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato sauce for a hearty meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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For the Beefaroni:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Cook beef: Brown ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add onion: Cook until soft, about 3–4 minutes.
- Season: Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until fragrant.
- Tomato paste: Stir in and cook for 1 minute.
- Add liquids: Pour in beef broth, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer.
- Add macaroni: Stir in uncooked macaroni, cover, and cook for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Melt cheese: Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve: Enjoy warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Add red pepper flakes for a bit of spice, or stir in frozen peas or corn for extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
