Skillet Macaroni Beef
Dive into comfort with this hearty Skillet Macaroni Beef recipe, a one-pan wonder that combines tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onion, and warm spices like Italian seasoning and paprika. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is ready in just 35 minutes and topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese for an irresistible finish. Simmered to perfection in beef broth, the pasta absorbs every layer of flavor, creating a cozy and satisfying meal for the whole family. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and enjoy this simple yet flavorful skillet dinner that’s as easy to cook as it is to clean up. Keywords: skillet macaroni beef, one-pan pasta, ground beef recipes, easy dinner ideas, comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni for 1-2 minutes less than the package instructions indicate, as it will finish cooking in the skillet. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and stir to coat it in the sauce. Lower the heat to medium, cover the skillet, and let simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is fully cooked and the flavors meld together.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet and allow the cheese to melt for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.4 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.5 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 442 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 5923 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.1 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 138.0 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1107 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 2420 mg | 51% | |
*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.
