Homemade Cheeseburger Macaroni
Cheeseburger macaroni is an easy to throw together family meal that is inspired by the iconic flavors of the classic cheeseburger.
Servings: 4
Calories: 520kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 ¼ cup beef broth
- 2 cup milk
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups elbow macaroni noodles uncooked
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup dill pickles (chopped or sliced)
- ½ medium onion (chopped)
Instructions
- Add ground beef into a saute pan and cook over medium heat until the beef is browned. Break it apart to crumble it while cooking.
- Add corn starch to the pan along with all seasonings, and mix with the beef. Then add beef broth, milk, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to the saute pan and mix further to ensure the seasonings are incorporated.
- Stir in macaroni noodles with a large spoon, cover, and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 12 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and noodles are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in half of the cheese with the beef and noodles, until melted. Then add pickles and onions. Top the dish with the remaining cheese and serve.
Notes
Tip: Add a half pound of cooked bacon (chopped) for even more flavor! Crushed red pepper flakes can be added for a little heat.
If you are looking for another easy dinner recipe, check out my Hamburger Hash Brown Casserole as well!
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 1684mg | Potassium: 808mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 1165IU | Vitamin C: 2.6mg | Calcium: 571mg | Iron: 3.7mg