Description
Homemade Beefaroni is a comforting dish that takes you back to childhood with its rich tomato sauce and tender pasta. This delightful recipe combines savory ground beef, gooey cheese, and elbow macaroni, all baked to perfection for an irresistible family meal. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, ensuring everyone at the table will be asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 24 oz canned tomato sauce
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté onions in olive oil over medium heat until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Increase heat and add ground beef; cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and sugar; let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Mix in cooked elbow macaroni and reserved pasta water until well combined. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and transfer mixture to a greased baking dish. Bake uncovered 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 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg