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Easy Cheesy One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta

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A quick and comforting one-pot meal combining the flavors of a cheeseburger with pasta, perfect for busy weeknights and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 2 cups (200 g) elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 411 g) canned diced tomatoes with juice
  • 2 ½ cups (600 ml) beef broth
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
  • Optional: handful of chopped pickles

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add chopped onion to the skillet with the beef and cook until softened and translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, coating the beef mixture evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen flavors.
  4. Add canned diced tomatoes with juice and beef broth to the skillet. Stir well, then add macaroni. Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer gently for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
  6. Remove lid and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top. Stir until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh parsley, extra cheese, diced pickles, or a drizzle of ketchup.

Notes

Use a pan with a thicker base to prevent burning. Stir gently to avoid breaking pasta. If sauce is too thick after adding cheese, stir in a splash of broth or milk to loosen. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta and check Worcestershire sauce. Leftovers reheat well with added liquid to restore creaminess.

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Keywords: cheeseburger pasta, one-pot meal, quick dinner, comfort food, easy pasta recipe, ground beef pasta, cheesy pasta

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