Easy Homemade Beefy Macaroni Recipe

Upgrade your weeknight meals with this incredibly easy and delicious homemade Beefy Macaroni! Forget canned or frozen options – this recipe delivers a richer, more satisfying taste that the whole family will love. Perfect for meal prepping, it's easily halved for smaller portions or doubled for generous leftovers. Make a big batch, freeze individual servings, and enjoy a comforting, homemade meal anytime! Even better the next day!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 60 mins

Calories 288.8 kcal

Protein 46g

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Ingredients for Easy Homemade Beefy Macaroni

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How to Make Easy Homemade Beefy Macaroni

Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, cook the macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain.
Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce and stir to combine.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and milk/cream (if using) until melted and creamy.
Serve immediately or allow to cool completely before portioning and freezing. Reheat gently before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

18g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Homemade Beefy Macaroni?

Easy Homemade Beefy Macaroni takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Homemade Beefy Macaroni?

Easy Homemade Beefy Macaroni has approximately 288.8 calories per serving, with about 46 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Homemade Beefy Macaroni?

The key ingredients for Easy Homemade Beefy Macaroni are Lean Ground Beef, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Whole Tomatoes, Chicken Broth, Kosher Salt. See the full list with measurements above.