Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or crispy bacon for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in the beef broth and tomato sauce; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reduce heat to low; gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted.
- Season with Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve hot with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg