The Perfect Hamburger Macaroni Recipe

Name: The Perfect Hamburger Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Beef Or Vegetarian Crumbles Equivalent; 1 pound Small Pasta (such As Elbow Macaroni Or Medium Shells); 1 Tablespoon Oil (olive, Vegetable, And Canola All Work Fine); 1/2 cups Onion, Diced (about 1/2 A Medium Onion); 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 can Roasted Tomatoes (14.5 Oz); 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Blend; 2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper; 1 dash Paprika; Salt and Pepper, to taste; 3/4 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese (plus Extra For Topping, If Desired)

Servings: persons

1 pound Ground Beef Or Vegetarian Crumbles Equivalent
1 pound Small Pasta (such As Elbow Macaroni Or Medium Shells)
1 Tablespoon Oil (olive, Vegetable, And Canola All Work Fine)
1/2 cups Onion, Diced (about 1/2 A Medium Onion)
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 can Roasted Tomatoes (14.5 Oz)
2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Blend
2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper
1 dash Paprika
Salt and Pepper, to taste
3/4 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese (plus Extra For Topping, If Desired)

1
If using ground beef, brown in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
When its fully browned, drain and set aside.
3
Cook pasta according to the package directions and set aside.
4
Heat oil in the skillet.
5
Add onion and cook until soft.
6
Add garlic and cook about 1 minute, until fragrant.
7
Add roasted tomatoes and tomato paste to pan.
8
Stir to blend paste into the tomato liquid.
9
Add Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, paprika, and salt and pepper if desired.
10
Stir to combine.
11
Mix cooked ground beef or vegetarian crumbles into tomato mixture.
12
Cook until sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
13
Mix in shredded cheese.
14
Once cheese melts into the sauce combine it with the cooked pasta.
15
If desired, top with another 1/2 cup shredded cheese and transfer to oven just until cheese melts.

933

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 pound Ground Beef Or Vegetarian Crumbles Equivalent, 1 pound Small Pasta (such As Elbow Macaroni Or Medium Shells), 1 Tablespoon Oil (olive, Vegetable, And Canola All Work Fine), 1/2 cups Onion, Diced (about 1/2 A Medium Onion), and more.

Yes, The Perfect Hamburger Macaroni 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!

The Perfect Hamburger Macaroni

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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