Description
A simple recipe combining macaroni and cheese with ground beef to create a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup water
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
- Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for one minute.
- Add the condensed soup, milk, and water to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Stir in the uncooked macaroni.
- Cover the skillet and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for ground beef if you prefer.
- For a richer flavor, use a sharp cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 850
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 90
Keywords: cheeseburger, macaroni and cheese, ground beef, comfort food, quick dinner, beef pasta