Ultimate One-Pot Beefy Macaroni Dinner Delight

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed beef consommé
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups elbow macaroni

Instructions

1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.

2. Brown the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

3. Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and diced green bell pepper to the beef, stirring occasionally until the onion is translucent and the pepper is soft, about 4-5 minutes.

4. Add Garlic and Tomato Paste: Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and the paste is fully incorporated.

5. Season the Mixture: Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and garlic powder. Stir to combine well.

6. Incorporate the Tomatoes: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, condensed beef consommé, water, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until everything is thoroughly mixed and well combined.

7. Bring to a Simmer: Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors together.

8. Cook the Pasta: Stir in the elbow macaroni, ensuring the pasta is fully submerged in the liquid. Cover and simmer, occasionally stirring, for another 12-15 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

9. Serve and Enjoy: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, if desired.

Total Time

PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

beef macaroni, one-pot meal, easy dinner, pasta, comfort food, stove-cooked, quick dinner, homemade beef pasta, family meal, simple dinner recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approximately 1200 calories for the entire dish

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