Description
A hearty Tex-Mex favorite combining seasoned ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and melted cheddar cheese in a single skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish delivers bold flavor with minimal effort and cleanup.
Ingredients
Ground Beef
1 lb
Elbow Macaroni
1 lb
Taco Seasoning
2 tbsp
Beef Broth
3 cups
Tomato Sauce
8 oz
Cheddar Cheese
2 cups
Yellow Onion
1 cup
Instructions
Place a large deep skillet over medium-high heat
Add ground beef and diced onion
Cook until beef is browned and onions are translucent
Drain excess grease if desired
Stir in taco seasoning until evenly coated
Add uncooked elbow macaroni to the skillet and stir briefly to toast
Pour in beef broth and tomato sauce, fully submerging the pasta
Simmer on medium-low for 12 to 15 minutes until pasta is al dente
Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth
Notes
Use halal-certified ground beef if necessary
Low-sodium broth helps control overall salt content
Adjust taco seasoning to taste (1 tbsp if preference is milder)
Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro or lime if desired
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner recipes
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 6-8 oz portion)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg