{"id":"0057744e-5ba0-4610-bf53-46eed76e526d","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/0057744e-5ba0-4610-bf53-46eed76e526d","source_url":"https://krollskorner.com/ingredient/pasta/hamburger-macaroni/","title":"Hamburger Macaroni","description":"This cheesy Hamburger Macaroni is made in one pot and is an easy 30-minute meal that the whole family will love. Super cheesy, full of ground beef, and is great for leftovers too!","servings":8,"servings_text":"8","prep_time":"PT5M","cook_time":"PT25M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://krollskorner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Hamburger-Macaroni_HighRes-013-scaled.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1 lb. ground beef (or any other ground meat you prefer)","item":"ground beef","quantity":1,"unit":"lb","preparation":"or any other ground meat you prefer"},{"text":"½ white onion (finely diced)","item":"white onion","quantity":0.5,"preparation":"finely diced"},{"text":"2 cloves garlic (minced)","item":"garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","preparation":"minced"},{"text":"1 Tbsp. cornstarch","item":"cornstarch","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp. Italian seasoning","item":"Italian seasoning","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ tsp. paprika","item":"paprika","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ tsp. ground mustard","item":"ground mustard","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"salt and pepper to taste (at least 1 tsp. salt)","item":"salt and pepper to taste","preparation":"at least 1 tsp. salt"},{"text":"¼ cup ketchup or tomato sauce","item":"ketchup or tomato sauce","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tsp. Worcestershire","item":"Worcestershire","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"8 oz. dry elbow macaroni","item":"dry elbow macaroni","quantity":8,"unit":"oz"},{"text":"2 ½ cups beef broth","item":"beef broth","quantity":2.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/2 cup heavy cream, half & half, or whole milk","item":"heavy cream, half & half, or whole milk","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded (from a block for best results, not bagged pre shredded))","item":"cheddar cheese (shredded (from a block for best results, not bagged pre shredded))","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Cook the beef: Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the beef and begin to break up with a wooden spoon. Add the onion and cook until the meat is no longer pink and the onions have softened, about 5-7 minutes. You can drain any excess grease, if preferred."},{"number":2,"text":"Garlic and seasonings: Add the garlic, and cook for ~1 minute. Then add in the cornstarch, Italian seasoning, paprika, ground mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir to distribute the spices."},{"number":3,"text":"Add ketchup & Worcestershire: Add in the ketchup and Worcestershire sauce, stir to combine."},{"number":4,"text":"Add broth & dry pasta: Whisk in the beef broth, then pour in the dry macaroni. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil."},{"number":5,"text":"Cover and cook: Turn the heat down to a simmer, cover, and cook for 9-11 minutes or until the pasta is tender."},{"number":6,"text":"Add cream and cheese: Remove the lid and give the pasta a stir. Add the heavy cream, and gradually add in the cheese until it’s melty and incorporated in the pasta. Allow to rest for a few minutes, the sauce will thicken up. Taste and adjust, adding more salt, pepper, or chili flakes for a little spice."},{"number":7,"text":"Serve: Serve immediately, garnish with parsley if desired, and enjoy!"}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:11.698568+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:59:58.511451+00:00"}