Easy Beefaroni
Satisfy your cravings for comfort food with Easy Beefaroni, a hearty one-pan dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This classic family favorite combines tender elbow macaroni with savory ground beef, a rich tomato-based sauce, and a hint of warm spices like paprika and Italian seasoning. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is ready in just 35 minutes, making it both delicious and convenient. With simple pantry staples like canned tomato sauce and diced tomatoes, plus a touch of beef broth for added depth, Easy Beefaroni delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Serve this crowd-pleaser straight from the skillet for a meal guaranteed to bring everyone to the table! Keywords: Easy Beefaroni, comfort food, one-pan dinner, family-friendly recipe, quick weeknight dinner, cheesy pasta recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet or deep saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion to the skillet with the beef and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and beef broth. Add the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
Simmer the sauce uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and stir until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top and cover with a lid. Allow the cheese to melt for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
530 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.7 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 759 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
