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Cheeseburger Macaroni

Cheeseburger Macaroni

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Cheeseburger Macaroni is the ultimate comfort food mashup, combining the hearty flavors of a classic burger with creamy, cheesy pasta. In just 40 minutes, you’ll have a dish that’s rich, satisfying, and packed with bold, savory flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 356 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning or about 1 ounce
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilis 10 ounce can of Rotel
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni

Cheese Sauce

  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp flour
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper

Instructions
 

  • Brown ground beef and drain grease.
  • Stir in taco seasoning, tomatoes, beef broth, and macaroni and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover pan. Simmer 12-14 minutes until macaroni is tender.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking for 2-3 minutes until it becomes fragrant and starts to turn a light brown color.
  • Whisk in the milk and bring to a boil. Whisk until smooth and mixture starts to thicken.
  • Remove mixture from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  • Add the salt and pepper to the cheese sauce.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over the hamburger mixture. Stir gently to combine.

Nutrition

Calories: 356kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 27gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1184mgPotassium: 549mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 983IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 4mg
Keyword cheddar cheese, cheeseburger, comfort food, ground beef, macaroni
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