Description
Cheesy Sloppy Cheeseburger Pasta is a comforting and delicious dish that combines the flavors of classic cheeseburgers with creamy pasta. This one-pot wonder is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, featuring gooey cheese, savory ground beef, and elbow macaroni all tossed together in a rich and flavorful sauce. Quick to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table, it’s a delightful twist on traditional comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard (yellow or Dijon)
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, chopped onions, and minced garlic. Sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Crumble in ground beef; cook until browned, ensuring no pink remains. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in ketchup, mustard, beef broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Reduce heat to low; mix in shredded cheddar until melted. Fold in cooked elbow macaroni until well coated.
- Serve hot with additional cheese or fresh herbs as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg