Layered Mac 'N Cheese With Ground Beef Recipe

Name: Layered Mac 'N Cheese With Ground Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni; 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 dash cayenne; 4 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 cups milk; 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 cup soft breadcrumbs, about 2 slices bread

Servings: persons

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 lb lean ground beef
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 dash cayenne
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups milk
3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup soft breadcrumbs, about 2 slices bread

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Spray 2 quart casserole with cooking spray.
3
Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package.
4
Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook beef and garlic, 1/2 t of the salt and 1/4 t pepper over medium-high heat 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain, if desired.
5
In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
6
Stir in flour, cook 1 minute, stirring constantly, until bubbly.
7
Stir in milk, cook 5-6 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens slightly.
8
Stir remaining 1/2 t salt, the nutmeg and cayenne.
9
Remove from heat; stir in cheese.
10
Fold in macaroni.
11
Spoon 1/3 of the macaroni mixture (about 1 1/3 cups) into casserole; top with half of the beef (about 1 1/2 cups).
12
Layer with another 1/3 of the macaroni mixture, remaining beef and remaining macaroni mixture.
13
Top with bread crumbs.
14
Bake uncovered 25-30 minutes or until bread crumbs are golden brown.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni, 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 teaspoon garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon seasoning salt, and more.

Yes, Layered Mac 'N Cheese With Ground Beef falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Layered Mac 'N Cheese With Ground Beef

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