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One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta: A Quick and Flavorful Dinner!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta is a quick and flavorful dinner that combines the classic taste of cheeseburgers with pasta, all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in the beef broth, milk, ketchup, mustard, and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once the pasta is cooked, remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.

Notes

  • For a healthier option, you can use ground turkey instead of beef.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
  • This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, quick dinner, easy pasta recipe