Cheeseburger Mac
Cheeseburger Mac is a comforting dish that combines two American favorites: cheeseburgers and macaroni. It’s creamy, cheesy, and satisfying, making it a hit with both kids and adults.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 250 g Elbow macaroni or short pasta
- 200 g Shredded cheddar cheese
- 200 ml Milk or cream
- 1 medium Onion chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 400 g Tomato sauce or diced tomatoes
- 30 g Butter or oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- optional Worcestershire sauce
- optional Mustard
- optional Pickle relish
- for topping Crispy onions
- for topping Crumbled bacon
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving a splash of the cooking water.
- Meanwhile, brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and browned, about 6–8 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Add chopped onion and garlic in the last minute to soften.
- Stir in tomato sauce and a little milk or cream to create a creamy base. Bring to a gentle simmer, then whisk in shredded cheddar gradually until the sauce is smooth and glossy.
- Return the drained pasta to the pan, combine, and simmer for a couple of minutes to marry the flavors. If the sauce seems too thick, loosen with a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water.
- If you’d like a topping-ready finish, plate the mac and cheese, then sprinkle with extra cheese and pop under a 175°C oven or grill for 3–5 minutes until the top is bubbly.
Notes
Tip: Add crispy bacon or crunchy onions just before serving to enhance texture and flavor.