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Two photos of cheeseburger pasta in a skillet with melted cheddar, pickles, tomatoes, and burger sauce.

Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet

A one-pan pasta with seasoned ground beef, a savory tomato-mustard sauce, and melted cheddar, topped with burger fixings
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 560
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 12 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • Pickles diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and burger sauce, for topping

Equipment

  • Large deep skillet with lid
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Brown the beef and onion and drain the fat.
  2. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, mustard, Worcestershire, and seasonings.
  3. Add the tomatoes, broth, and milk and bring to a boil.
  4. Stir in the pasta, cover, and simmer 12 to 14 minutes.
  5. Tip: Stir often so it doesn't stick.
  6. Remove from the heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups cheddar.
  7. Top with the remaining cheese and burger toppings.

Notes

Add a splash of milk when reheating leftovers.
Shred cheese from a block for a smoother sauce