Description
Homemade Beefaroni is a comforting dish that brings together tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato sauce, all topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese. This nostalgic recipe is perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights, delivering warmth and satisfaction in every cheesy bite. Easily customizable, you can adapt it to suit your taste while enjoying the delightful flavors of this classic comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz canned tomato sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic for about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the canned tomato sauce and Italian seasoning into the meat mixture and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet, stirring until fully coated in the sauce.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, cover, and cook on low heat until melted, about 5 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg