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One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta

Quick and cozy, this one-pot cheeseburger pasta combines ground beef, cheese, and pasta with a twist of hot dog relish for a comforting and kid-approved dinner in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef You can also use ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 cup onion, diced Brown with the beef.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Add after the onions.
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup For burger sauce flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon mustard Adds classic flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon hot dog relish Add after browning beef.
  • 2 cups short pasta (shells or elbows) Cooks directly in the sauce.
  • 4 cups beef broth Use to cover pasta.
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded For flavor and creaminess.
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded For melting texture.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Optional for enhancing beef flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adds a grilled note.
  • 1 dash hot sauce For heat.
  • 2 tablespoons buttered breadcrumbs For a crunchy topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a wide, deep skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in ketchup, mustard, and hot dog relish. Mix well to combine.
Cooking
  1. Add the short pasta and beef broth to the skillet. Mix gently to ensure pasta is covered.
  2. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked and the sauce is thickened, about 10-12 minutes.
  3. Once cooked, remove from heat and stir in the sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, topped with additional cheese, buttered breadcrumbs, or your favorite fresh toppings like chopped pickles or diced tomatoes.

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite additional vegetables or different kinds of cheese. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated. For storage, rewarm gently with a splash of water or milk if the sauce thickens too much.