Homemade Cheeseburger Macaroni

By spend with pennies

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
½ cup finely diced onion (or 1 teaspoon onion powder)
2 cups milk
1 ¼ cup chicken broth
1 ½ cups elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 ¾ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Prep Time5mins
Cook Time20mins
Servings4

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, garlic powder, sugar, salt, paprika, and pepper. Set aside.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef and onion, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat.

Add milk, broth, and uncooked elbow macaroni to the beef. Stir the cornstarch and spice mixture. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a gentle boil, cover and cook for 9-12 minutes or until the pasta is cooked through, stirring occasionally. If needed, add more broth or water.

Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted. Serve hot.