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Beefaroni casserole with melted cheese

Best Homemade Beefaroni Recipe: Comfort Food Classic

A comforting, family-friendly dish made with ground beef, pasta, tomato sauce, and cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 jar tomato sauce (16 oz)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar/mozzarella)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add ground beef, cook until browned.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce and seasonings; simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Cook pasta until al dente, drain, and combine with the sauce.
  5. Transfer to a baking dish, top with cheese, and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.

Notes

  • Add veggies like spinach or bell peppers for a nutritional boost.
  • Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
  • Author: Emily Marano
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: per serving
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: 6 servings