One Pot Beefaroni Classic (Printer-Friendly Version)
A cozy, cheesy dish featuring ground beef and elbow pasta cooked together for a quick, satisfying meal.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
500 g lean ground beef
→ Vegetables
02 -
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 -
1 medium bell pepper, diced
04 -
400 g petite diced tomatoes, canned
→ Pasta
05 -
200 g elbow macaroni
→ Liquids
06 -
480 ml beef broth
07 -
350 g marinara sauce
→ Cheese
08 -
150 g shredded cheddar cheese
→ Seasonings
09 -
1 tsp seasoned salt
10 -
1 tsp onion powder
11 -
1 tsp garlic powder
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine lean ground beef, chopped yellow onion, and diced bell pepper. Cook, breaking up the beef, until no pink remains. Drain excess grease. Season with seasoned salt, onion powder, and garlic powder.
02 -
Add marinara sauce, petite diced tomatoes, elbow macaroni, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
03 -
Bring mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent pasta from sticking. Add additional beef broth if necessary to maintain a simmer. Continue cooking until the macaroni is tender but firm to the bite.
04 -
Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
05 -
Allow the dish to rest for 5 to 10 minutes, enabling the sauce to thicken. Serve warm.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
Use lean ground beef to minimize grease. Keep extra beef broth ready to adjust the liquid as pasta cooks. For a spicy variation, add chili powder or red pepper flakes to taste.