Cheesy Beef Pasta Recipe

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be cheaper.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories, while water can substitute for a lighter dish.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be a cost-effective substitute.

Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain excess fat from the skillet and return to heat.

Add elbow macaroni, beef broth, and water to the skillet; stir to combine.

Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until macaroni is tender.

Stir in milk, butter, and flour to thicken the sauce.

Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.

Season with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes to thicken further.

Garnish with parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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