Ground Beef and Bean Macaroni Skillet is a one-pot Tex-Mex meal combining toasted elbow macaroni, seasoned ground beef, pinto beans, and corn in a tomato-based broth. It's a comforting, budget-friendly dinner that comes together in one skillet with minimal cleanup.
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In a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and uncooked macaroni. Toast the macaroni, stirring frequently, until it's lightly browned.
Add the tomato wedges, sliced onion, and chopped jalapeño to the pot. Sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
Stir in the cooked ground beef.
Add the entire can of corn and the entire can of pinto beans, including the liquid from both.
Season with chili powder, tomato bouillon powder, and chicken bouillon powder.
Pour in the tomato sauce and water. Stir everything together to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with buttered cornbread muffins.
Cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, adding water or broth if needed. Freezes well for up to 3 months.
Large skillet or Dutch oven (12-inch preferred) · Wooden spoon or spatula
Yes. Black beans, kidney beans, or chickpeas work well as 1:1 substitutes for pinto beans. Drain and rinse canned beans if you prefer less liquid.
Toast the dry macaroni in oil first for 2-3 minutes before adding liquid. This adds texture and prevents overcooking. Add just enough broth to cover the pasta and simmer until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
Yes. Cool completely and refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, adding a splash of water or broth if it's too thick.
Yes. Freeze in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop, adding liquid as needed.
Mildly spicy from the jalapeño and chili powder. Remove jalapeño seeds for less heat, or omit entirely for a milder version.
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