Beef Macaroni Crunch Recipe

This kid-friendly recipe delivers a satisfying crunch in every bite! Enjoy a flavorful and easy-to-make casserole featuring tender ground beef and perfectly cooked macaroni, topped with crispy fried onions. A quick and delicious weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 516.5 kcal
Protein 64g
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Ingredients for Beef Macaroni Crunch

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How to Make Beef Macaroni Crunch

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, brown 1 pound of ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, ground beef, 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  6. Pour half of the macaroni mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle half of a (1 ounce) package of French fried onions over the macaroni mixture.
  8. Add the remaining macaroni mixture to the baking dish.
  9. Top with the remaining French fried onions.
  10. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  11. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

61g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Beef Macaroni Crunch?

Beef Macaroni Crunch takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Beef Macaroni Crunch?

Beef Macaroni Crunch has approximately 516.5 calories per serving, with about 64 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 44 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Beef Macaroni Crunch?

The key ingredients for Beef Macaroni Crunch are Cooked Macaroni, Ground Beef, Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Whole Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese, Green Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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