Description
One-Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni is the ultimate comfort food that combines savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and tender pasta in a single pot. This nostalgic dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner, delivering rich flavors and easy cleanup. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s sure to please both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup whole milk (or plant-based milk)
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onions and sauté until soft and translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in elbow macaroni, beef broth, and milk; ensure pasta is submerged. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover.
- Simmer for 8-10 minutes until macaroni is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning with ketchup, mustard, salt, or pepper.
- Serve hot in bowls; garnish with extra cheese or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg