SKILLET CHEESY BEEF AND VEGGIE MACARONI

This Skillet Cheesy Beef and Veggie Macaroni comes together in just 20 minutes, making it a quick and tasty meal that’s sure to please the whole family, even the pickiest eaters!

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 3/4 cups milk
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups uncooked macaroni
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (such as carrots, corn, peas, and green beans)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

  • In a 12-inch skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
  • Stir in the garlic powder, paprika, parsley, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the milk, beef broth, tomato sauce, uncooked macaroni, and frozen mixed vegetables. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente.
  • Once the pasta is ready, stir in 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese until melted. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top and let it melt before serving.