Ingredients
Scale
- 1 yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 8 oz. tomato sauce
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1/2 lb. uncooked macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
Instructions
- Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic. Add them to a large deep skillet or Dutch oven with olive oil and sauté over medium heat until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add flour, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and oregano. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
- Pour in tomato sauce and beef broth. Stir well, scraping any browned bits.
- Add uncooked macaroni and stir. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in half the shredded cheese, sprinkle the rest on top, cover, and let melt. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat.
- Adjust chili powder for more or less heat.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg