Cheeseburger Macaroni Pasta
An easy homemade version of the infamous hamburger boxed dinner, this cheesy cheeseburger macaroni is a from scratch version perfect for any home cook.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 561kcal
For The Pasta:
- 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 lb. box of pasta elbows or small shells work best
- 2 packets of taco seasoning
- 2 10 oz cans diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 4 cups beef broth
For The Cheese Sauce:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp flour
- 1 and 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
To Make The Pasta:
In a dutch oven brown hamburger meat until cooked through and then drain and return meat to the pot.
Stir in taco seasoning, tomatoes, beef broth, and macaroni.
Heat to boiling, now reduce heat and cover. Simmer 12-14 minutes, stirring occasionally.
To Make The Sauce:
While the beef and noodle mixture cook, melt butter in a saucepan.
Whisk in the flour and cook over medium heat, constantly whisking for 2-3 minutes.
Slowly add in the milk, whisking constantly, and bring to a boil.
When your sauce base is smooth and thickened remove from heat and stir in the cheese until melted.
Add the salt and pepper to the cheese sauce.
Pour the cheese sauce over the hamburger mixture. Stir gently until evenly combined.
Remove pot from heat and let sit about 5 minutes for the sauce to thicken up and serve.
Calories: 561kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 921mg | Potassium: 691mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 535IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 4.4mg