Description
A comforting and easy meal made in one pot, perfect for busy nights with hearty flavors and customizable options.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth or water
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and beef broth or water. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning and stir to combine. Add the elbow macaroni, ensuring it is mostly submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the pasta is tender and the sauce thickens, stir in the shredded cheese if desired, allowing it to melt.
- Serve warm, straight from the pot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the pasta. Feel free to add extra vegetables for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg