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One Pot Beefaroni

This easy one pot beefaroni is a hearty family dinner made with ground beef, elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato sauce, all cooked together for maximum flavor and minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground Beef lean preferred
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni uncooked
  • 1 small Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Beef Broth
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce 1 can
  • 15 oz Diced Tomatoes 1 can
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Deep Skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
  2. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add uncooked elbow macaroni and stir well. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Serve warm.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for beef. Whole wheat pasta can be used for added fiber. Add a splash of broth when reheating leftovers to keep the sauce creamy.