Cheeseburger Pasta is a twist on two classic flavors. And with this recipe, you’re just a few simple steps away from a meal that’s guaranteed to bring smiles all around your dinner table. So, grab your apron, and let’s get cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (elbow macaroni or penne work well)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped pickles, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, or additional cheese
Instructions
- Boil pasta as per package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat and drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to beef, cooking until onion is translucent and garlic aromatic.
- Mix in undrained diced tomatoes, beef broth, ketchup, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes.
- Lastly, add in the cooked pasta, and stir in shredded cheese until melted and well mixed.
- Serve hot, topped with optional garnishes like chopped pickles, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, or extra cheese.
