Hamburger Mac and Cheese
Hamburger Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that combines juicy ground beef with creamy, cheesy pasta for a dish bursting with flavor. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering a warm, satisfying meal that everyone will love. With a rich blend of ingredients and customizable options, this dish will quickly become a favorite. Enjoy every cheesy bite of this delightful masterpiece!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk while stirring until thickened. Mix in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked macaroni and browned beef with cheese sauce; stir to coat evenly.
- Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg