Description
Father’s Day Mac and Cheese with beef is the ultimate comfort food, combining a creamy cheese sauce with succulent ground beef for an unforgettable dish. Perfect for family gatherings or any occasion, this easy-to-make recipe ensures you spend more time enjoying delicious moments with loved ones. Serve it as a main course or side dish, and watch the smiles light up the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Lower the heat and add cream cheese and milk to the skillet, stirring until smooth. Gradually mix in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Combine cooked macaroni and browned beef with the cheese sauce; stir gently to coat evenly.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, optionally topped with extra cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg