Simple Macaroni & Cheese Beef Skillet Bake

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 118
Simple and easy-to-make Macaroni & Cheese Beef Skillet Bake
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 box macaroni and cheese mix ( Kraft or like )
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 teaspoon salt , DIVIDED
1 lb 90 % lean ground beef
1/4 - 1/2 cup onion , chopped finely , measured amount your preference
3/4 cup cheddar cheese , grated and DIVIDED
1 can mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce ( or less , your preference )
pepper
1 can mushrooms , sliced and drained ( ingredient is optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
573
Sugar
7g
Fat
35g
Simple Macaroni & Cheese Beef Skillet Bake is the perfect one-skillet meal that can be put together in a short amount of time. This is definitely a dish the whole family will enjoy. This dish uses just one skillet, so it's also perfect for keeping clean-up to a minimum. It can also easily be customized to include different cheeses, vegetables, and meats to make it truly your own. This comforting and hearty dish is perfect for a cold winter day or for a quick weekday dinner.

Instructions

1.Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it is browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat.
3.Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until translucent.
4.Add the mushroom soup, 1/2 cup of milk, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
5.Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
6.Add the cooked macaroni and 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
7.Preheat the boiler. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cheddar cheese over the top of the skillet.
8.Place the skillet under the broiler for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This dish is quick and easy to make, making it a perfect weeknight meal.

The combination of macaroni, beef, and cheese is a classic and always a crowd-pleaser.

It can be easily customized to include different vegetables and proteins.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories due to the cheese and beef.

It is not a good option for those following a low-carb or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The macaroni in this dish provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.
The beef provides a good source of protein for building and repairing muscles.
The mushrooms and onions add a good source of vitamins and minerals.

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