Cheeseburger Macaroni
This homemade cheeseburger macaroni is a quick, one-skillet meal that brings all the nostalgic flavors of the classic boxed version—with a fresher, heartier twist.
Servings: 5
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 Tablespoons finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced or 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- ½ tablespoon season salt I use Lawrys
- 4 cups beef broth or chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼-½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 16 ounces elbow macaroni uncooked
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 2 cups Cheddar medium or sharp
- Top with parsley and seasonings if desired
Instructions
- In a large skillet, season the beef with the onion, garlic and seasoning salt, then brown the ground beef.
- Once the beef is cooked, drain the excess grease. Add in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Add in the pepper, paprika and Cajun seasonings and the macaroni and stir.
- Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender. Add in the milk and stir. Add in the cheeses in batches and stir until melted. Serve immediately.
