Hamburger Mac and Cheese
Hamburger mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food that unites creamy cheese, hearty ground beef, and tender elbow macaroni in one delicious dish. This one-pot meal is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or game nights. With its rich flavors and gooey textures, it’s sure to become a favorite on your dinner table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded aged cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup breadcrumbs for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil salted water and add elbow macaroni. Cook until al dente (about 7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk, cooking until thickened (5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat, mix in shredded cheddar until fully melted.
- Fold cooked macaroni and sautéed beef into the cheese sauce until well combined.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with breadcrumbs if desired, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg