Best 10 Beef Macaroni Dinner Recipes

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Are you craving a hearty, comforting meal that's perfect for busy weeknights? Look no further than beef macaroni dinner! This classic dish is a family favorite that's easy to make and packed with flavor. Our collection of beef macaroni dinner recipes has something for everyone, from traditional to modern and everything in between. Whether you prefer a creamy cheese sauce or a tangy tomato sauce, we have a recipe that will satisfy your taste buds. Our recipes include options for using ground beef, stew meat, or even leftover roast beef, so you can use whatever you have on hand. And with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, even beginner cooks can make a delicious beef macaroni dinner that the whole family will love!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY BEEF & MACARONI CASSEROLE



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This Cheesy Beef & Macaroni Casserole is an easy to put together and it boasts big flavor! We've made this recipe countless times and everyone in my family raves about it!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound dry macaroni noodles (or similar)
1 pound lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced green pepper
1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
½ cup tomato sauce
3-4 tablespoons tomato paste
½ teaspoon dry basil
salt & pepper to taste
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
¼ cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (divided)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook noodles for ¾ of time according to package. (My noodles said 9 minutes so I cooked them for 6). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Meanwhile, brown beef, garlic & onion in a frying pan. Drain.
  • Combine green peppers, beef, noodles, tomatoes, tomato sauce & paste, basil, salt & pepper, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley. Pour into a 9×13 casserole dish.
  • Combine remaining cheeses & 1 tablespoon of parsley. Sprinkle on top of casserole. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is browned!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 484 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SKILLET BEEF AND MACARONI



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I found this simple skillet recipe many years ago on a can label. I made some tweaks, and my family loved it. Because it's so easy to put together, it's a real timesaver for people with super busy schedules. -Maxine Neuhauser, Arcadia, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 package (7 ounces) macaroni
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef and onion until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes. Add more water if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 700mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

A MINNESOTAN'S BEEF AND MACARONI HOTDISH



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My grandpa's recipe. Old-school and traditional Minnesota staple.

Provided by JDawg

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Noodles

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound ground beef
2 cups elbow macaroni
½ large green bell pepper, coarsely chopped
½ large onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 pound tomatoes, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon dried basil
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
1 cup beef broth

Steps:

  • Cook beef in large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer beef to a bowl.
  • Cook macaroni, bell pepper, and onion in the same skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add cooked beef, tomato sauce, tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, salt, basil, oregano, ground black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and hot pepper sauce. Pour in beef broth. Cover skillet and simmer until macaroni is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove lid and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1039.5 mg, Sugar 7 g

MACARONI WITH BEEF



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This quick meal will give the whole family a satisfying meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (each 8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 1/2 cups cooked frozen or fresh corn (2 to 3 ears)

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook until tender according to package instructions. Drain in a colander, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion; cook, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, until meat is no longer pink and onion is soft and translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
  • Stir tomato sauce and corn into mixture in pan. Cook until sauce comes to a boil, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in reserved cooked macaroni. Scoop onto plates, and serve warm.

EASY BEEF MACARONI



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Make and share this Easy Beef Macaroni recipe from Food.com.

Provided by btleighton

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb lean ground beef
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans campbell's tomato soup
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 onion (optional)
1 bell pepper (optional)
1 pinch salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Place chopped onions, bell peppers, and ground beef in large skillet that has been sprayed with Pam. Cook until ground beef is well done.
  • 2. Cook elbow noodles in water for 9 minutes.
  • 3. Add both cans of tomato soup to the cooked and drained ground beef. Simmer until the noodles are cooked.
  • 4. Drain noodles and add to mix. Stir well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.1, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 916.5, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 13.1, Protein 30.3

BEEFY MACARONI DINNER



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Make and share this Beefy Macaroni Dinner recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kmarques77

Categories     Toddler Friendly

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
28 ounces diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon beef bouillon powder
8 ounces tomato sauce
3 cups elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Cook pasta.
  • Brown beef over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and cook 5 more minutes.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients except the macaroni.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add macaroni and simmer 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 604.1, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 810, Carbohydrate 74, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 11.8, Protein 34.2

BEEF MACARONI DINNER



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Another easy old favorite. Not like any of the other macaroni and beef recipes on Recipezaar - has more veggies. You can use more ground beef if you like.

Provided by Laura O.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked macaroni
8 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 lb ground beef
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cups canned green beans
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup canned corn
1 dash basil

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions.
  • Drain the macaroni and add the tomato sauce to it.
  • Brown ground beef and onion in skillet, then drain.
  • Add macaroni and tomato sauce mixture to skillet along with all other ingredients.
  • Mix, cover and simmer over low heat until bubbly.
  • You can add more water during the cooking process if it becomes too dry.

SCALLOPED BEEF & MACARONI DINNER



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This is similar to American Goulash, but it is not exactly the same as other recipes I have seen posted. We had this in Canada in the 50's and 60's as well for an easy to prepare dinner!

Provided by Penny G

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups macaroni
1 medium onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, sliced
1 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons flour
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
1/2 cup cheese, grated
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni. Saute onions, celery & garlic in vegetable oil. Add beef & brown.
  • Stir in flour & seasonings. Add tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Add macaroni.
  • Put into a 2 qt (2.5L) baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake at 350F (180C) about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 57.4, Sodium 543.5, Carbohydrate 36.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 22.3

BEEF MACARONI SKILLET



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"This casserole favorite is tasty and filling," notes Carmen Edwards from Midland, Texas. "It's easy to prepare, even after a long day at work."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1-1/2 cups spicy hot V8 juice
1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until macaroni is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEF 'N' CHEESE MACARONI



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"I love to make this delicious main dish for my brother and me when our parents are at work at dinnertime," reports Jamie Brown of Witchita, Kansas. The mild-tasting combination of ground beef and noodles is sure to be a hit with even the pickiest eaters.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound ground beef
1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup cubed process American cheese (Velveeta)
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside. In the same pan, melt butter. Add the cheese, milk and salt; cook and stir until the cheese is melted. Drain beef. Stir beef and macaroni into cheese sauce; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a large pot: This will give the macaroni and beef plenty of room to cook without sticking together.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente: This means cooking it until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Brown the beef well: This will help to develop its flavor and make the dish more flavorful.
  • Use a good quality cheese: A sharp cheddar or Parmesan cheese will give the dish a rich, cheesy flavor.
  • Add some vegetables: Chopped carrots, celery, or onions can add extra flavor and nutrition to the dish.
  • Season the dish to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good choices.
  • Serve with a side salad or bread: This will complete the meal and make it more satisfying.

Conclusion:

Beef macaroni dinner is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. With a few simple tips, you can make the best beef macaroni dinner ever. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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