Description
Creamy One Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich flavors in a single pot. This easy-to-make dish features tender elbow macaroni enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce with hearty ground beef, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With its nostalgic taste and delightful aroma, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onions and minced garlic until the beef is cooked through and onions are translucent.
- Stir in the elbow macaroni, ketchup, mustard, paprika, black pepper, and beef broth. Combine thoroughly.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and mix in whole milk and shredded cheddar cheese until creamy and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg