Description
One Pot Cheesy Sloppy Cheeseburger Pasta is a quick and delicious weeknight dinner that combines creamy pasta, savory ground beef, and melty cheese, all cooked in one pot. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish takes you back to comforting family meals with its rich flavors and vibrant colors. Perfect for impressing guests or satisfying hungry kids, it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings or veggies for a delightful twist on a classic comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no pink remains.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in uncooked elbow macaroni, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Mix well.
- Incorporate ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer.
- Cook for approximately 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender.
- Reduce heat and fold in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot with additional cheese or toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg