Easy Beefaroni Recipe
Easy beefaroni is even better when it's homemade! This quick recipe is the perfect kid-friendly weeknight meal when you want something simple and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 8- ounce can tomato sauce*
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste*
- 1 cup milk*
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 cups dry macaroni noodles
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet to medium, then add in the ground beef and brown. Once browned, drain off and discard any grease.
- Add the onion and sauté until translucent. Add spices, tomato sauce, tomato paste, milk, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the noodles, salt, and pepper. Cover the pot with a lid, then reduce the heat to low. Cook 7-10 minutes until the noodles are tender.
- Turn the heat off and give the pasta a good stir. Top with shredded cheese, then place the lid back on the pan until cheese is perfectly melted. Serve immediately.
Notes
*If you love tomatoes and want a Beefaroni more similar to Chef Boyardi's, replace the milk with another can of tomato sauce and double the tomato paste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 and 1/4 cupCalories: 429kcalCarbohydrates: 39.4gProtein: 30.4gFat: 16.4gCholesterol: 78.7mgSodium: 347.7mgFiber: 2.8gSugar: 6.1g
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