Description
Cheeseburger Macaroni Bowl is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy macaroni with savory ground beef and melty cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, each bite brings back nostalgic memories of childhood favorites. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped pickles, diced tomatoes, crispy bacon
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onion (5-7 minutes) until onions are translucent.
- Stir in garlic powder, ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add milk while stirring; then mix in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Fold cooked macaroni into the cheesy mixture until well coated. Serve hot with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a healthier twist, replace ground beef with turkey or add vegetables like bell peppers. To enhance flavor, experiment with spices such as paprika or chili powder.