Skillet Cheeseburger Mac and Cheese

Name: Skillet Cheeseburger Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: kosher salt; 1 lb. elbow macaroni; 1 lb. ground beef; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 c. crushed tomatoes; 1 c. whole milk; 2 c. shredded cheddar, divided; 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

By Judy KimPublished: Sep 30, 2016

Judy Kim

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

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Directions

1. Step 1Bring an 8-quart stock pot of water to a boil and generously season with salt. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to pot.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, brown ground beef, using a wooden spoon to break up the meat. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic and cook 1 minute, then drain excess fat using a spoon. Add tomatoes and milk, then bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3Reduce heat to low, fold in pasta and add 1 cup cheddar, one handful at a time. Stir until combined before adding more cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top and cover with lid. Simmer until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 1 minute.
4. Step 4Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.