Description
A delicious creamy beef and macaroni dish that is easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning (to taste)
- Optional vegetables: bell peppers or peas
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; break apart as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion and cook until soft; stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and add pasta; bring to a simmer while stirring gently.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning to taste.
- Once pasta is tender (about 10-12 minutes), lower heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables for extra nutrition.
- For spicier flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg