Description
One-Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni is a nostalgic and comforting dish that blends the creamy goodness of cheese with savory ground beef, all in a single pot. This easy-to-make recipe captures the essence of childhood meals, delivering rich flavors that will delight both kids and adults alike. Perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights, this dish is guaranteed to bring smiles around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in elbow macaroni, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Ensure pasta is submerged.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 8–10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Remove from heat and gradually mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Season with mustard, ketchup, paprika, salt, and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg