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One-Pot Beefy Macaroni
This hearty pasta dish combines ground beef, diced tomatoes, and elbow macaroni into a comforting meal. It cooks entirely in a single pot, which saves time on cleanup and allows the pasta to absorb the rich tomato broth as it simmers. A splash of soy sauce adds a deep savory note to the sauce. Serve this simple dinner on a busy weeknight when you need to feed a hungry family without a lot of fuss.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped 3 c. water
- 2 14-1/2 oz. cans diced tomatoes
- 2 15-oz. cans tomato sauce
- 2 t. soy sauce
- 1 T. Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 c. elbow macaroni, uncooked
Instructions
- 1Brown the ground beef in a large stockpot over medium heat, then drain the excess fat.
- 2Stir the chopped onion and garlic into the beef and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until softened.
- 3Pour in the water, diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato sauce, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni. Cover the pot and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring several times to prevent sticking, until the pasta is tender.
- 5Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand covered for 15 minutes before serving.