Description
Homemade Beefaroni is a nostalgic dish that brings comfort and joy to the dinner table. This delightful recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with seasoned ground beef and a rich tomato sauce, topped with melted cheese for that ultimate indulgence. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this easy one-pot meal is sure to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 & 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onions until the meat is browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes until well combined.
- Season the mixture with garlic salt, chili powder, oregano, basil, and pepper to taste; let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- While the sauce simmers, boil elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- Mix the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce until thoroughly coated.
- Lower the heat and add shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses; stir until melted and mixed well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg