Description
A quick and hearty one-pot meal combining all the flavors of a cheeseburger with pasta, cooked in a single skillet for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (elbow or rotini)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for cooking)
- Chopped pickles or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil (if using) and cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add diced onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in beef broth, diced tomatoes, ketchup, mustard, and uncooked pasta. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until pasta is cooked through.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped pickles or green onions if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce grease.
- For extra flavor, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce.
- Can substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Reheats well and makes great leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg