Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet

Name: Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean); 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni; 3 cups reduced-sodium beef broth; 3/4 cup fat-free milk; 3 tablespoons ketchup; 2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning; 1 teaspoon prepared mustard; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; Minced chives

This is the ultimate simple and fulfilling dinner that uses items I typically have in my cupboard. It's so easy to prepare and cooking all in one skillet makes it a snap for clean up. —Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
8 ounces uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni
3 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
3/4 cup fat-free milk
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Minced chives

Directions

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain.
Stir in macaroni, broth, milk, ketchup, steak seasoning, mustard and onion powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir in cheese until melted. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 338 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 611mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Cheeseburge Macaroni in Simple & Delicious August/September 2013

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pogostk66

Mar 14, 2018

I changed the liquid to 1.5 cup of broth and 1.5 cup milk. Added onion, mushroom, and green pepper. Garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce, kept the rest the same.
cmuchip

Jan 18, 2018

My son's favorite dinner! And we like it too. Everyone has different tastes, and this recipe is super easy to manipulate to accommodate whatever fits your personal tastes. I don't buy Montreal Steak Seasoning, but whatever seasoning you do use will work in this recipe. I typically cut down the broth by a half cup to make it cook faster and makes it creamier, but like I said before, it's easy to adjust to fit your own needs and taste buds!
Psalm127-3

Dec 16, 2017

sadly think I'll pass on this one. the ingredients don't grab my attention saying "make me" plus ingredients are directed to low cal low sodium low fat. I dont have a big appetite but also don't typically purpose these ingreds. MSSeasoning usually (I've looked) contain MSG unless I make my own-sorry for neg post.
shannondobos

Sep 3, 2016

I made this tonight because it used just a few ingredients and looked quick. This was incredibly tasty! I thought the Montreal steak spice gave it some extra kick, and I'm surprised that some other reviewers found it bland. It thickened just right for me (again, many reviewers seemed to have a problem with this). I made this exactly as is and will definitely make again! My picky two year old gave it a huge thumbs up and had 2nds...then 3rds!
katecrid47

Jun 30, 2016

This was easy, quick and wonderful. It reminds me of my Mom's American Chop Suey recipe but without the heavy tomato base. The whole family loved it. I had no problem with too much liquid or not thick enough. It was great! Thank you for sharing we will be making this again.
AllisonO

May 10, 2016

This is a keeper! I think the flavors work very well together, particularly the addition of the steak seasoning. I used whole milk because it's what I had on-hand and I used slightly more than the 3 cups of broth (I used two cans which is almost four cups), but the recipe turned out wonderfully.
jdtrier

Sep 21, 2014

This has quickly become a family favorite. Easy to make, and if there are leftovers, they heat up great for lunches later in the week.
Michelle near Mt. Rainier

Jul 10, 2014

I just made this today (7/10/14) and it is a huge hit even with my little guy that doesn't like Hamburger Helper. I did it exactly like the recipe with out problems. I'm not sure why anyone would have problems with it thickening unless they didn't read the ingredients to see that it is uncooked pasta. I will be making it again!
jstowellsupermom

Mar 18, 2014

Simple, family friendly dinner!
MMahala

Nov 11, 2013

I only added 1 cup of beef broth and it was the perfect amount. Next time I will use Webber's Gourmet Hamburger seasoning instead of steak seasoning. Easy, fast and perfect for a weeknight dinner.