Kraft Mac & Cheese Beef Casserole

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 14

Cheesy and Delicious Kraft Mac & Cheese Beef Casserole

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 box kraft macaroni and cheese mix
	1/4 cup milk , for the mac & cheese
	4 tablespoons butter , for mac & cheese
	8 ounces Hunts tomato sauce ( or whichever brand you prefer )
	1 lb ground beef ( I prefer personally sirloin bc I do n't drain after cooking )
	2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
	1 pinch salt , to season beef
	1 pinch pepper , to season beef

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

686

Sugar

Fat

46g

Kraft Mac & Cheese Beef Casserole is a classic and comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or a family dinner. With its creamy and cheesy mac and cheese and flavorful beef sauce, this casserole is sure to become a favorite. This recipe is quick and easy to make and is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. You can customize it with different toppings or add-ins, such as chopped onions or bell peppers, to make it your own.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Cook macaroni per package instructions, drain and return to the pot. Add butter, milk, and cheese powder from the box to the macaroni. Stir and set aside.
3.	In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper until no longer pink. Drain any excess grease.
4.	Stir tomato sauce into the beef in the skillet.
5.	Spread the tomato beef mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6.	Pour the mac and cheese over the beef mixture.
7.	Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
8.	Bake the casserole for 20-25 minutes uncovered or until cheese is bubbly and top is golden brown.

PROS

A hearty and delicious comfort food that is quick and easy to make.

Budget-friendly and perfect for feeding a family or for meal prepping.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories, fat, and sodium.
It is not recommended for those on a low-calorie or low-sodium diet.

Some may find the texture of the macaroni after baking to be slightly dry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it provides a good source of protein from the ground beef and some calcium from the cheese.
Adding some vegetables, such as spinach or tomatoes, on the side can help make it a more balanced meal.