Description

A simple and delicious homemade Beefaroni recipe, perfect for a quick and comforting family dinner. This dish features tender pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato sauce, all baked together for a cheesy, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
salt and pepper to taste
12 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until the beef is no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the cooked elbow macaroni.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese, if using.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let stand for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
You can substitute other pasta shapes for elbow macaroni.
Add vegetables like peas or carrots for extra nutrition.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg

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