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Beef Macaroni

Cultural Context

Beef Macaroni, often referred to as Beefaroni, is a beloved American comfort food that combines pasta and ground beef in a savory sauce. This dish reflects the convenience and heartiness of mid-20th century American cuisine, often enjoyed by families as a quick weeknight meal. Today, variations abound, with many home cooks adding vegetables or spices to personalize their Beef Macaroni.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500 grams minced beef
500 grams macaroni
1 tsp salt
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp black pepper
1 medium onion chopped
4-5 finely chopped garlic
250 grams tomato paste
1/2 cup tomato ketchup
2 tbsp chilli sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp italian seasoning
1 tbsp oregano
2 tbsp oil
water as required

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories, while processed cheese is usually cheaper.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Homemade sauce can be fresher and healthier, while canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and seasoned water can be a cost-effective substitute.

1

Fry onion in 2 tbsp oil till translucent.

2

Add chopped garlic.

3

Add beef.

4

Cook till beef changes color.

5

Add tomato paste.

6

Add ketchup.

7

Add water as required and cook beef completely.

8

Add chilli sauce.

9

Add soy sauce.

10

Add italian seasoning.

11

Add oregano.

12

Set aside.

13

Boil macaroni with 1 tsp salt and oil.

14

When done drain the water and add the beef and mix well.

15

Serve hot and enjoy :)

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

BeefaroniMac and Beef

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