One-Pan Cheeseburger Mac
One-Pan Cheeseburger Mac is a quick one-pan dinner that combines ground beef, elbow macaroni, and a savory cheesy sauce infused with pickle juice, ketchup, and mustard for authentic cheeseburger flavor.
One-Pan Cheeseburger Mac is a quick one-pan dinner that combines ground beef, elbow macaroni, and a savory cheesy sauce infused with pickle juice, ketchup, and mustard for authentic cheeseburger flavor.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and chopped onion.
Break up the beef and cook with the onion until the beef is browned. Stir in the burger seasoning.
Add the minced garlic, ketchup, mustard, and pickle juice to the skillet. Stir everything together.
Add the uncooked elbow macaroni, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let it cook for about 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Uncover the skillet and stir in the shredded cheese and milk until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat with 1-2 tablespoons of broth to restore creaminess.
Yes. Any short pasta like ditalini, small shells, or penne works well and cooks in similar time. Avoid long shapes like spaghetti that don't coat evenly.
Stir frequently once the pasta is added, especially in the first 3-4 minutes. The beef broth should keep it loose; add more broth if it becomes too thick mid-cook.
Yes. Refrigerate cooked pasta in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth to restore creaminess.
Mix 1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika as a substitute.
Not recommended. The pasta texture degrades significantly after freezing due to the broth-based sauce.
