Description
Savory Beefaroni Delight is a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal featuring tender elbow macaroni combined with seasoned ground beef in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for a quick and hearty dinner, this recipe brings together classic Italian-inspired flavors with simple ingredients for a satisfying dish the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 28 ounces tomato sauce
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef along with the finely chopped onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully browned and the onions have softened, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add Flavor: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the beef mixture and cook for 1 minute more, stirring frequently to release the aroma. Then stir in the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and pour in the tomato sauce. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend nicely.
- Combine: Once the sauce has simmered, add the drained elbow macaroni back into the skillet. Toss everything together thoroughly so the pasta is well coated with the savory beef and tomato sauce mixture.
- Serve: Serve the beefaroni hot immediately, either on its own or with a side of your favorite salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta as a substitute to cater to dietary preferences.
- For extra flavor, add a handful of shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat easily on the stovetop or microwave.
- Feel free to add some chopped bell peppers or mushrooms to the beef mixture for added veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
