Dinner for 4

Cheeseburger Macaroni

Name: Cheeseburger Macaroni
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1/2 cup finely diced onion; 2 cups milk; 1 1/4 cup chicken broth; 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 2 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp granulated sugar; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 3/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Ground beef, macaroni, milk, broth, and cheddar simmer together in one skillet for a creamy cheeseburger-style pasta.

$2.43per serving $$

25 minstart to table

4servings

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Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely diced onion
2 cups milk
1 1/4 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp granulated sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 3/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps

Cook the beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking up the beef until it reaches 160 F.
Stir in the garlic powder, sugar, salt, paprika, and pepper for 30 seconds.
Whisk the milk, broth, and cornstarch in a bowl, then add the mixture and macaroni to the skillet.
Simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often, until the macaroni is tender and the sauce thickens.
Stir in the cheddar until melted, then cook for 1 more minute.

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