Description
A hearty and satisfying one-pot meal that brings warmth and nostalgia, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, beef broth, paprika, and oregano. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot for a comforting family dinner.
Notes
Consider adding Worcestershire sauce for depth of flavor or different cheeses like Gruyère for a twist. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg