Italian Beef Macaroni

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Italian Beef Macaroni, a comforting one-pan dish that combines tender macaroni pasta with a rich, savory beef sauce. Featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef, aromatic garlic and onions, and a robust blend of tomato paste, canned tomatoes, and beef broth, this dish is elevated by a sprinkle of Italian seasoning and a touch of Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's an easy and satisfying meal that's perfect for the whole family. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh finish, and serve it straight from the skillet for a no-fuss dinner that's bursting with classic Italian flavors. Whether you're craving comfort food or looking for a simple homemade pasta recipe, this dish hits the mark!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams macaroni pasta
• 500 grams ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 250 milliliters beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni pasta and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until soft and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 7

Add the canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 11

Serve the Italian Beef Macaroni hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and optional fresh parsley for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1839.1 grams (1839.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3343

Total Fat 150.20g	193%
Saturated Fat 53.10g	266%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.10g
Cholesterol 406mg	135%
Sodium 4532mg	197%
Total Carbohydrate 342.00g	124%
Dietary Fiber 24.60g	88%
Total Sugars 34.40g
Protein 162.80g	326%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 777mg	60%
Iron 19mg	105%
Potassium 3700mg	79%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 40.6%