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Bibianne's Macaroni N Beef Recipe

A comforting and flavorful family recipe! This updated version of Bibianne's Macaroni and Beef features tender ground beef simmered in a rich tomato sauce, perfectly cooked macaroni, and a sprinkle of melty cheese. Inspired by a beloved family recipe and refined based on user feedback for optimal flavor and texture. Get ready for a delicious and easy weeknight meal!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 577.8 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 4.3 (7 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Bibianne's Macaroni N Beef

  • 8 ounces macaroni
  • 1 medium chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 whole cloves
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Bibianne's Macaroni N Beef

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 8 ounces of macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet and brown, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  5. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add 1 bay leaf, 4 cloves, 1 teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of black pepper, and ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste).
  7. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni and the meat mixture. Stir well to combine.
  8. Sprinkle generously with 1 ½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese).
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

58g

Carbs

17g

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