Family-Favorite Cheeseburger Pasta

Name: Family-Favorite Cheeseburger Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta; 3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean); 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes; 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish; 2 tablespoons prepared mustard; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 1 teaspoon steak seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt; 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; Chopped green onions, optional

I created this recipe to satisfy a cheeseburger craving. What a delicious, healthy classic! —Raquel Haggard, Edmond, Oklahoma

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon steak seasoning
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Chopped green onions, optional

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Drain pasta; add to meat mixture.
Stir in the tomatoes, relish, mustard, ketchup, steak seasoning and seasoned salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle with cheese. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand until cheese is melted. Garnish with green onions if desired.

Editor's Note

This recipe was tested with McCormick’s Montreal Steak Seasoning. Look for it in the spice aisle.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 391 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 759mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Cheeseburger Pasta in Healthy Cooking August/September 2009

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sunshinewonder

Aug 29, 2017

A fun bowl of cheeseburger taste! Had to use elbow macaroni because it's what I had, though it was still whole wheat so I didn't change the flavor that way. Also, the 96% lean ground beef I buy comes in pound packages, so I used 4 more ounces than the recipe called for. Otherwise, followed as written and I love it. I can see a day where I get a huge craving for it!
Angel182009

Jul 25, 2017

Packed with flavor and easy to put together for dinner for my busy family. I doubled the recipe and next time I may add some bacon as well.
Veronak

Jul 21, 2017

Absolutely disgusting! This is the first recipe I have tried via Taste of Home that I did not like. I'm thinking if I had not used the relish it may have tasted better but I really did not like this recipe.I did follow the instructions as written. I will say this, my significant other said it was okay, he wasn't wowed by it and two days later we still have leftovers.
sgronholz

Jul 15, 2017

This easy meal was delicious. My husband had 3 helpings, so I will definitely be making it again!
Angela

Apr 15, 2017

Not a fan of the relish. I almost left it out and wish I would have. I added bacon, Worcestershire sauce and cut the mustard in half and used Dijon instead of yellow, which I think helped. One kid loved it but the second one would not touch it. My husband and mom liked it but agreed the relish was not necessary.
Robby1

Mar 31, 2017

Simple, easy and delicious. Could be made with macaroni or egg noodles as well. I used Montreal Steak seasoning and the flavor was great.
afoth73

Mar 5, 2017

This is so easy and delicious! The recipe calls for ingredients I always have on hand too so I can always have a quick dinner if I'm in a hurry or can't think of anything else to make! Plus, it tastes just like a cheeseburger and who doesn't love that?
knscuba

Feb 8, 2017

My husband says it's a do over....thumbs up! Very easy to make. This will be a go to recipe.
mjflowers

Jan 31, 2017

This was so good and easy! My family loves it. Would never have thought to use mustard or relish, but it definitely works. Thanks for a great dish, perfect for busy weeknight dinner.
cherrymary306

Jan 6, 2017

One of my family's favorites!