A rich, cheesy, and indulgent pasta dish that combines the flavors of a classic sloppy cheeseburger with creamy, melted cheddar and mozzarella over tender elbow macaroni. Perfect for weeknight dinners or comfort food cravings!
🔸️🔸️Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup heavy cream or milk
1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
🔸️🔸️Instructions:
Step 1: Cook the Beef Mixture
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess grease.
3. Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Step 2: Season and Simmer
1. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Combine Pasta and Sauce
1. Add the cooked elbow macaroni to the skillet and stir to coat it evenly in the beef sauce.
Step 4: Make It Cheesy
1. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream or milk for creaminess.
2. Add 1 cup of cheddar cheese and ½ cup of mozzarella, stirring until melted and combined.
Step 5: Top and Melt
1. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top.
2. Cover the skillet and let it sit for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and gooey.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
1. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
2. Serve hot and enjoy the ultimate cheesy, sloppy, cheeseburger pasta!
Details:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Tip: Add diced pickles or a drizzle
