Description
Beefaroni is a nostalgic comfort food that combines tender pasta, savory ground beef, and rich tomato sauce topped with melted cheese. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its warm, cheesy goodness, Beefaroni not only satisfies hunger but also evokes cherished memories of childhood meals shared with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Fold in the cooked pasta until well combined. If needed, add a splash of water or broth for creaminess.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover the skillet for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Serve hot in bowls; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg