All the comforting flavors of a cheeseburger come together in this one-pan pasta dish. Juicy ground beef, melty cheddar, tender noodles, and a hint of burger sauce make this a weeknight winner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)
1 yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups short pasta (elbows, shells, or rotini)
3 cups beef broth
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 oz cream cheese
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp yellow mustard
1/4 cup chopped dill pickles (optional)
Instructions
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Cook ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned, about 6–8 minutes.
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Stir in garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
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Add pasta and beef broth. Stir, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
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Lower heat and mix in cream cheese until smooth.
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Gradually stir in shredded cheddar until creamy.
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Add ketchup and mustard. Mix well.
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Stir in pickles or use as garnish.
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Serve hot.