One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta
A toddler approved dinner for the whole family!
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g ground beef (can use ground turkey or chicken)
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup 240ml beef or chicken broth
- 1 can 14.5 oz/411g diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup 240ml milk (whole or 2%)
- 2.25 cups 224g uncooked pasta (elbow, shells, or any short pasta)
- 1 cup 115g shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup 60g shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard optional, but adds that classic cheeseburger flavor
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- chopped pickles optional, for topping once cooked
Instructions
- In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the ketchup, mustard (if using), broth, milk, and diced tomatoes with their juice. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the uncooked pasta. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and the dish is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the cheeseburger pasta warm, topped with your choice of optional toppings like diced pickles, parsley, or extra cheese.