Cheeseburger Macaroni

4.75 from 4 votes

Cheeseburger Macaroni is a comforting and easy-to-make dish that combines seasoned ground beef, onions, and macaroni with a creamy, cheesy sauce. This homemade version of Hamburger Helper is a family favorite, offering the same satisfying flavors but with fresher ingredients. It's perfect for busy weeknights, providing a hearty and delicious meal in no time.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword beef, homemade hambuger helper, macaroni

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings -6

Calories 519kcal

Author Laura

Equipment

Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
½ onion diced
1-2 Tbsp taco seasoning I use more like 1 Tbsp
1 (10 oz) can mild Ro*tel
2 cups beef broth
1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp flour
¾ cup milk
4 oz. sharp cheddar cheese shredded
½ tsp salt
pepper to taste

Instructions

In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef and onion; drain off any grease.
Add taco seasoning, Rotel, beef broth, and macaroni; stir until well blended. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to simmer and cover pan.
Simmer 12-14 mins until macaroni is tender.
While the hamburger mixture simmers, melt the 2 Tbsp butter in a saucepan. Whisk in the flour and cook 2 minutes until fragrant and light brown in color.
Slowly whisk in the milk and bring to a boil. Cook while whisking until smooth and thickened to the consistency of gravy.
Remove from heat and blend in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add the salt and pepper to the cheese sauce. Pour the cheese sauce over the cooked hamburger mixture. Stir gently to combine.

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