Cheeseburger Pasta
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of cheeseburger pasta, a delightful fusion of creamy cheese sauce, tender elbow macaroni, and savory ground beef. Perfect for cozy nights or casual gatherings, this dish offers a nostalgic taste of home that’s sure to please everyone at the table. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, cheeseburger pasta is your go-to recipe for quick weeknight dinners that leave lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup marinara or homemade tomato sauce
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook briefly.
- Increase heat and add ground beef, cooking until browned and crumbly.
- Stir in tomato sauce and beef broth, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
- Lower heat and mix in grated cheddar cheese until creamy.
- Fold cooked pasta into the cheesy mixture until evenly coated; simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg