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One pan cheeseburger pasta served warm with beef and cheesy sauce
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Cheeseburger Pasta

Creamy one-pan cheeseburger pasta made with ground beef, tender macaroni, and melted cheddar for a cozy family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories:
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Before You Begin
  2. Preheat and prepare your cookware as needed. Cooking times and results may vary depending on your stove and pasta shape.
  3. Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  4. Add onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
  5. Stir in tomato sauce and broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add uncooked macaroni, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  7. Remove from heat and gradually stir in cheese until melted and creamy.
  8. Rest briefly, taste, adjust seasoning, and serve warm.

Notes

Brown the ground beef fully before adding other ingredients for the best flavor and texture.

• Cooking time may vary depending on stovetop heat level and pasta shape.

• Stir occasionally while simmering so the pasta cooks evenly and does not stick.

• Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and store in an airtight container up to 4 days.

• Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through, adding a splash of broth or milk if needed.