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Easy One-Pot Cheesy Beef Pasta: Fast Comfort Dinner Everyone Loves

Easy One-Pot Cheesy Beef Pasta: Fast Comfort Dinner Everyone Loves

Quick one-pan beef pasta with cheddar cheese and tender macaroni, perfect for a fast comfort dinner everyone loves.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 3 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ pound ground beef
  • cup chopped onion
  • 1 ½ tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • ¾ cup elbow macaroni
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese Use sharp cheddar for stronger flavor.
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add beef and onion; cook 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Drain excess grease if needed.
  • Stir in tomato paste, garlic powder, and chili powder for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in broth and add macaroni. Stir well.
  • Simmer uncovered 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and stir in cheddar until melted.
  • Rest 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm.

Notes

Reheat with a splash of broth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 3mg
Keyword beef pasta, Cheesy Pasta, comfort food, One Pot, Quick Dinner
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