Description
This Creamy Beef and Mushroom Macaroni is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal featuring tender elbow macaroni smothered in a rich, cheesy sauce with savory ground beef and mushrooms. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (preferably cremini or baby bella)
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheeses and Garnish
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Prepare the elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet or deep sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until fully browned. Drain any excess grease as needed.
- Sauté Aromatics and Mushrooms: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the beef and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Stir in sliced mushrooms and continue cooking for about 5 more minutes until they are tender.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the meat and vegetable mixture. Stir well to coat everything evenly with the flour.
- Add Liquids and Flavorings: Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring constantly, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly. Then add the heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Combine Pasta and Cheese: Mix in the cooked macaroni along with the shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy, fully coating the pasta.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use cremini or baby bella mushrooms for a richer, deeper flavor.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for a lighter protein option.
- Leftovers reheat well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
