Description
Homemade Beefaroni is the ultimate nostalgic comfort food that combines seasoned ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a savory tomato sauce topped with bubbling cheese. This quick and easy dish, ready in under an hour, is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Each cheesy bite brings warmth and satisfaction, making it a delightful meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 15 oz canned tomato sauce
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in canned tomato sauce and add Italian seasoning. Stir well and let simmer for about five minutes.
- Incorporate cooked macaroni into the beef mixture, ensuring every piece is coated in sauce.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with shredded cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg