Description
Indulge in this creamy, savory Cheeseburger Macaroni that combines tender pasta, rich cheese, and seasoned ground beef for a perfect weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cups small elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Brown the Beef
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef and chopped onion. Cook until browned and fully cooked through (about 5-7 minutes), breaking apart any large chunks.
- 3. Add Seasonings
- Sprinkle in garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir together and let flavors mingle for about two minutes until fragrant.
- 4. Combine Ingredients
- Pour in milk and add the drained macaroni pasta. Stir gently while adding shredded cheddar cheese until well combined and melted into a creamy mixture.
- 5. Simmer
- Reduce heat to low, allowing everything to simmer for about five minutes, blending all flavors beautifully.
- 6. Serve
- Transfer Cheeseburger Macaroni into bowls or plates. Garnish with additional cheese or herbs if desired, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg