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🍝🥩🥄 Easy, Healthy Mac and Beef

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450
A quick and easy mac and beef recipe that's both healthy and satisfying. Perfect for a weeknight meal!

Ingredients

Meat Sauce

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 15 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 15 ounce can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Macaroni

  • 1 pound whole wheat elbow macaroni

Optional Topping

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions 

  • Brown ground beef, drain grease.
  • Add onion and garlic, cook until softened.
  • Stir in tomatoes, sauce, beans, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions.
  • Drain macaroni and add to meat sauce.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Top with cheese, if desired.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $18
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef