Quick Tomato Mac N Beef
Satisfy your cravings for comfort food with this Quick Tomato Mac N Beef, a hearty one-pan dinner that’s as delicious as it is easy to make! Ready in just 30 minutes, this family-friendly recipe combines tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with Italian seasoning, garlic, and onion. A splash of beef broth deepens the flavors while a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese adds the perfect finishing touch. Ideal for busy weeknights, this dish delivers all the warmth and nostalgia of a homemade classic with minimal prep and cleanup. Perfectly balanced and incredibly satisfying, Quick Tomato Mac N Beef is sure to become a go-to weeknight favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, and beef broth. Mix well.
Season the mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and stir to coat it evenly with the sauce.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through.
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1595 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.4 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.9 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 369 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 5235 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.1 g | ||
| Protein | 108.6 g | 217% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 925 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2261 mg | 48% | |
*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.
