Homemade Beefaroni Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥣 Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cook Macaroni: Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. |
| 2 | Brown Beef Mixture: In a large skillet, brown the lean ground beef over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, and cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is translucent. Drain excess fat if necessary. |
| 3 | Add Soup Mixture: Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, water, and sugar into the beef mixture. Mix well to combine all the flavors. |
| 4 | Combine with Macaroni: Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet with the beef mixture. Gently stir until the macaroni is evenly coated with the sauce. |
| 5 | Season: Taste the beefaroni and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your preference. |
| 6 | Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the beefaroni simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together and the sauce thickens slightly. |
| 7 | Serve: Once the beefaroni is heated through and the flavors have melded, it’s ready to be served hot. Enjoy your homemade beefaroni! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 253.3
- Fat: 6.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 36.9mg
- Sodium: 334mg
- Carbohydrates: 32.3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 8.5g
- Protein: 16.2g
Recipe Notes:
- This homemade beefaroni recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or snack, especially when you’re short on time but still craving a comforting meal.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite herbs and spices to enhance the flavor.
- You can also incorporate additional vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or peas for added nutrition and texture.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
