Sloppy Joe Pasta

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Sloppy Joe Pasta recipe—a mouthwatering combination of two classic comfort foods in one skillet! Perfect for busy evenings, this cheesy one-pot dish melds the bold, tangy flavors of traditional sloppy joes with the hearty, satisfying texture of elbow macaroni. Featuring ground beef sautéed with onions, bell peppers, and garlic, then simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce enhanced with ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser. A generous helping of melted cheddar cheese ties everything together for a creamy, indulgent finish. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving six, this family-friendly meal is as easy to make as it is irresistible. Don’t forget the fresh parsley garnish for a pop of color and freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Push the beef and vegetable mixture to one side of the skillet and add the tomato paste. Cook the paste for 1-2 minutes, stirring, to deepen its flavor.

Step 6

Mix the tomato paste into the beef and vegetable mixture. Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni, ensuring the pasta is fully submerged in the liquid.

Step 9

Cover the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 10

Lower the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your Sloppy Joe Pasta!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2178.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3157.3

Total Fat 168.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 461.0mg	0%
Sodium 7666.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 63.6g
Protein 153.0g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 1447.7mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 3217.1mg	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: 47.5%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 33.3%