Description
This cheesy, beefy cheeseburger macaroni is a quick and satisfying dinner the whole family will love. One skillet, big flavor, and ready in under an hour!
Ingredients
Main Dish:
1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 ounce)
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilis (like Rotel)
2 cups beef broth
1 cup elbow macaroni
Cheese Sauce:
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
3/4 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Brown Beef:
In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
Simmer Pasta:
Add taco seasoning, canned tomatoes (with juices), beef broth, and uncooked macaroni to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12–14 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
Make Cheese Sauce:
In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 2–3 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer. Stir until thickened, then remove from heat. Mix in shredded cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Combine:
Pour the cheese sauce into the beef and macaroni mixture. Stir gently to combine.
Serve:
Serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped parsley, extra cheese, or a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
This dish may be spicy depending on the taco seasoning and green chiles. Add sour cream or Greek yogurt to mellow the heat.
Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
Add veggies like corn or bell peppers for extra texture and nutrition.
Leftovers reheat well—store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
