Cheeseburger Pasta
One-pot cheeseburger pasta is a quick and easy dinner recipe made with ground beef, cheddar cheese, pasta, and creamy tomato sauce. This family-friendly meal comes together in under 40 minutes and uses simple pantry ingredients for minimal fuss and maximum flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ yellow onion diced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp Meat Magic seasoning
- 1 tbsp Badia Complete seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2.5 cups beef broth
- 16 oz dry elbow pasta
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: chopped green onions relish
Instructions
- In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and ground beef. Cook until beef is browned and onions are softened. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in garlic, Worcestershire sauce, seasonings (onion powder, Meat Magic, Badia, salt, and pepper), tomato sauce, and Dijon mustard. Let everything simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors.
- Add in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the dry pasta, cover, and cook until pasta is al dente, about 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once pasta is tender, lower the heat and stir in the cream cheese until melted and smooth. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and mix until fully combined and creamy.
- Serve hot. Top with green onions or relish if desired.
