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Cheeseburger Macaroni Recipe

A comforting and creamy cheeseburger macaroni recipe that brings families together.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups dry elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 Tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 2 Tablespoons ketchup
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain the fat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil. Stir in the elbow macaroni, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is cooked and the liquid is mostly absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.
  4. Add the heavy whipping cream, sour cream, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, dijon mustard, ketchup, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix everything together until the cheese is melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes to allow the flavors to blend together.

Notes

Use ground turkey for a leaner option. Incorporate vegetables for added nutrition.