Beefaroni
A nostalgic comfort food made with beef, pasta, and tangy tomato sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
Meat Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups tomato sauce Use store-bought marinara sauce or homemade.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- to taste Italian seasoning
Cheese Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can also use mozzarella or a mix of cheeses.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Add the diced onion and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
Cooking
- Mix in the tomato sauce and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce and mix well to evenly coat the pasta.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top, cover the pan, and let it melt for about 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Customize your beefaroni by adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. Use gluten-free pasta for dietary restrictions.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 19gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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