Western Trail Beef and Macaroni
Saddle up for a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal with this Western Trail Beef and Macaroni recipe! Packed with tender ground beef, perfectly cooked elbow macaroni, and a rich, savory tomato-based sauce infused with bold spices like chili powder, paprika, and cumin, this dish brings rustic comfort food to your table in just 40 minutes. A splash of Worcestershire sauce adds depth, while optional toppings like melted cheddar cheese and fresh parsley elevate every bite. Simmered to perfection in one skillet, this easy, family-friendly dinner combines convenience and cowboy-inspired flavors, making it a perfect weeknight staple. Serve it up hot and watch it disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup, optional for garnish shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons, chopped, optional for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well to combine.
Season the mixture with chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper, adjusting the seasonings to taste.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then stir in the elbow macaroni. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the Western Trail Beef and Macaroni hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.7 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.2 g | 321% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 492 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 6053 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.3 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.3 g | ||
| Protein | 147.0 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1144 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 25.4 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 3120 mg | 66% | |
*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.
