Homemade Beefaroni
Directions
- 1Brown the ground beef, adding a little sausage if desired.
- 2Season with a blend of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, crushed red pepper, and dried herbs.
- 3Once the meat is almost fully cooked, sauté some minced onions for about a minute.
- 4Add in about three tablespoons of tomato paste and sauté for another minute.
- 5Add a can of diced tomatoes and season them with a little salt.
- 6Pour in a small can of tomato sauce.
- 7Add about two cups of elbow macaroni.
- 8Pour in two cups of beef stock.
- 9Turn the heat up to almost a boil, then turn down the heat and simmer uncovered for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often.
- 10Finish with a little fresh parsley.
- 11Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 12Use a lid to melt the cheese, or place it under the broiler.
Ingredients
- ground beef
- sausage
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- paprika
- chili powder
- crushed red pepper
- dried herbs
- minced onions
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 small can tomato sauce
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups beef stock
- fresh parsley
- shredded mozzarella cheese
Equipment
skilletlidspoon
Tips
- Stir fairly often to make sure the pasta is not sticking to the bottom.