Skillet Beef and Macaroni

Skillet beef and macaroni is a hearty and comforting dish that combines tender ground beef with macaroni pasta in a rich tomato sauce. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a delicious blend of flavors that the whole family will enjoy. Serve it with a sprinkle of cheese for an extra touch of indulgence!
This recipe is dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 10 min prep and 20 min cook.
Prep: 10 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 30 min · Serves: 6
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include italian seasoning, beef broth, cheddar cheese, canned diced tomatoes.
- Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp italian seasoning
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 400 g canned diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 500 g ground beef
- 2 cups macaroni pasta
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
- Stir in the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Add the canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, macaroni pasta, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to the skillet.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 30 g
- Fat: 20 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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