Description
Homemade Beefaroni is a comforting classic that brings together savory ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and rich tomato sauce topped with gooey melted cheese. This dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to make and customizable, this beefaroni recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (about 6-8 minutes).
- Meanwhile, boil elbow macaroni in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Pour tomato sauce into the skillet with beef mixture along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Mix cooked macaroni into the skillet until well coated with the sauce.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg