Nina's Macaroni Beef Skillet

Nina's Macaroni Beef Skillet is the ultimate one-pan comfort food, combining tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato-based sauce, all topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty skillet meal comes together in just 35 minutes, offering classic flavors enhanced by a medley of Italian seasoning, paprika, and fresh parsley. The recipe showcases the simplicity of cooking everything in one skillet—from browning the beef and simmering the pasta to melting the cheese—making cleanup a breeze. Bursting with flavor and family-friendly appeal, Nina's Macaroni Beef Skillet is a satisfying dinner option that ticks all the boxes for quick, comforting, and crowd-pleasing meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Push the onion and garlic to one side of the skillet and add the ground beef. Cook the beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the skillet if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, beef broth, and uncooked macaroni.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and the liquid has reduced into a thick sauce.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet again and let the cheese melt for 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your comforting Nina S Macaroni Beef Skillet!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1862.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2714.2

Total Fat 148.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 450.4mg	0%
Sodium 4572.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 146.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1127.1mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 3297.6mg	0%

*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: 48.4%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 30.3%