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A close-up view of the cheesy homemade beefaroni being scooped from a pan with a wooden spoon, showing off the creamy texture.
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One Pot Beefaroni: The Easiest, Cheesiest Weeknight Dinner

This One Pot Beefaroni is the ultimate 30-minute meal! Tender macaroni, savory ground beef, and a rich, cheesy tomato sauce all cook together in a single skillet for a delicious, family-friendly dinner with easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef 85/15 or 90/10 recommended
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 cups Beef Broth low-sodium
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce
  • 15 oz Diced Tomatoes undrained
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni uncooked
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese freshly shredded

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the beef broth, tomato sauce, and undrained diced tomatoes. Stir in the Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  4. Add the uncooked elbow macaroni to the skillet and stir well to combine, ensuring the pasta is submerged in the liquid.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let it cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Once the pasta is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid, remove from heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it's melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
  7. Let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalProtein: 35gFat: 28gFiber: 4g

Notes

Shred Your Own Cheese: For the creamiest sauce, avoid pre-shredded cheese which contains anti-caking agents.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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