Barbecue Beef Pasta BBQ Flair (Print View)

Smoky ground beef and macaroni meet tangy barbecue and cheddar for a bold, comforting meal.

# Components:

→ Pasta & Protein

01 - 10.5 oz macaroni
02 - 14 oz ground beef
03 - 1 medium onion, chopped

→ Sauce

04 - ¾ cup barbecue sauce
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

# Method:

01 - Cook macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain thoroughly.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and chopped onion, cook until beef is browned and onion is tender. Drain excess fat.
03 - Stir barbecue sauce into the beef mixture. Reduce heat and simmer for 3–5 minutes to combine flavors.
04 - Add drained macaroni and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir gently until cheese is melted and pasta is fully coated.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fast and easy weeknight dinner
  • Classic barbecue flavor loved by all
02 -
  • Contains dairy and wheat ingredients
  • Use smoked cheddar for extra flavor
03 -
  • For meatier flavor, add smoked paprika to the beef
  • Swap macaroni with any short pasta you prefer

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