Beefy Macaroni And Cheese Bake Recipe

Name: Beefy Macaroni And Cheese Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes, drained and chopped; 1/2 teaspoon thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1
Cook macaroni in large pot of boiling salted water until done; drain.
2
Meanwhile, heat oil in large frying pan and saute onion until softened.
3
Add ground beef and cook until browned.
4
Add tomatoes, thyme, oregano and salt to taste.
5
Cook about 5 minutes to blend flavors.
6
In a small saucepan, whisk together flour and milk.
7
Cook over medium heat, stirring, until mixture comes to a boil.
8
Continue cooking 1 minute.
9
Remove from heat and stir in 3/4 cup cheese.
10
Stir until cheese is melted.
11
Stir into meat sauce.
12
Combine with macaroni.
13
Pour into prepared baking dish.
14
Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
15
Bake at 375u00b0 until golden, about 20 minutes.

533

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 lb lean ground beef, and more.

Yes, Beefy Macaroni And Cheese Bake falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beefy Macaroni And Cheese Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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