Description
Looking for a hearty, quick dinner idea that the whole family will love? This Easy Homemade Beefaroni delivers big on flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, this comforting pasta dish blends savory ground beef, tangy tomato sauce, and tender elbow macaroni into one satisfying skillet meal. It’s one of those easy recipes that feels like a warm hug at the end of a long day—and it’s great for lunch leftovers, too!
Whether you’re seeking new dinner ideas or want a classic comfort food fix, this dish checks all the boxes: quick prep, easy ingredients, and rich, satisfying flavor. Plus, it freezes beautifully and reheats like a dream, making it a fantastic meal prep solution. Get ready to add this to your list of weeknight dinner wins.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups marinara or tomato sauce
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Shredded cheddar or parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
- Add diced onion to the beef and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Mix in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir the cooked pasta into the sauce until evenly coated. Let it heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and shredded cheese if desired. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner