Description
A quick and easy meal that combines the flavors of a cheeseburger with comforting pasta, all cooked in one pot for hassle-free preparation and clean-up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (like penne or macaroni)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until softened.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
- Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the beef broth, pasta, ketchup, and mustard. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding garlic or spices like paprika or chili powder. You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option. Feel free to add vegetables, like bell peppers or peas, for some added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg