Ingredients
Scale
Before we dive into cooking, let’s gather all the ingredients you’ll need. This recipe is designed to be simple, so you should find these items in your pantry or local grocery store:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until onions are translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in diced tomatoes and beef broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Add elbow macaroni, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; top with shredded cheddar cheese if desired before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or carrots.
- This dish can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg