Description
A hearty, one-pot American classic featuring ground beef, macaroni, tomatoes, and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil.
- Add the uncooked macaroni and reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
This recipe can be customized with vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 25g