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A large black skillet filled with creamy cheeseburger pasta and melted cheddar cheese.
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Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 545kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 8 oz dry elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook until beef is browned and onion is translucent, approximately 6-8 minutes.
  • Drain the rendered fat from the skillet and return to the heat source.
  • Incorporate the minced garlic, tomato paste, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the tomato paste darkens slightly.
  • Add the beef broth, milk, and dry elbow macaroni to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and the liquid has reduced into a thick sauce.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat. Gradually fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted and emulsified into the sauce.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.