Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni

Full of rich flavor with a mix of delicious cheeses, picante sauce, and ground beef, the Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni makes for a quick and scrumptious family dinner.

Full of hearty goodness, you’ll struggle to have just one bowl.

The best part is that it is relatively quick and easy to make yourself!

This pasta dish is sure to be a crowd favorite!

One-bowl cheesy beef and macaroni is comfort food in a hurry.

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Why I love Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni?

I love Cheesy Beef Macaroni because it is so full of flavor and also easy to make! You can have a family dinner from the start of your prep time to serving at your dinner table in as little as 35 minutes with our beef macaroni recipe. The flavors are amazing and it can fit anyone’s schedule!

What’s the best cheese for Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni?

The best cheese for Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni is cheddar cheese. The consistency and flavor of the cheddar cheese are going to bring out the best in the recipe. Mixing it with cheddar cheese soup only adds to the impactful flavors the recipe delivers.  

How to serve Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni?

It is always best to serve Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni fresh and garnished with chopped green onions. Serve in bowls as a family meal and expect your guests to come back for seconds and more! Pairing it with your favorite beverage and a loaf of bread can also add to the dining experience.

Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni Cooking Tips:

Some of the cooking tips to keep in mind include making sure you cook the elbow macaroni to your liking. If the macaroni is too hard or too soft, it could cause you to not enjoy the dish as much as you could. Also, make sure the cheese has fully melted when working with the cheddar.  

Variations of Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni:

Some of the variations of Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni include using different types of macaroni instead of elbows. You can also experiment with different types of cheese for flavor variations.

Ingredients:

• Ground beef
• Elbow macaroni cooked
• Beef broth
• Cheddar cheese soup
• Picante sauce
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Sliced green onions for garnish

How to make Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni:

Step 1. Cook the elbow macaroni to your liking.

Step 2. Brown the ground beef in a saucepan over medium-high heat until cooked through. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3. Reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 4. Stir in the beef broth and elbow macaroni cooked.

Adding the elbow macaroni cooked.

Adding the cheddar cheese soup.

Adding the picante sauce.

Mix until well blended

Step 5. Add the shredded cheese on top, place the lid on the saucepan, and simmer until the cheese has melted.

Step 6. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve.

Serve warm!

Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Full of rich flavor with a mix of delicious cheeses, picante sauce, and ground beef, the Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni makes for a quick and scrumptious family dinner. Full of hearty goodness, you’ll struggle to have just one bowl. The best part is that it is relatively quick and easy to make yourself!

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Ingredients 

• 1 ½ lbs. Ground beef
• 2 C. Elbow macaroni cooked
• ½ C. Beef broth
• 1 Can cheddar cheese soup
• ½ C. Picante sauce
• 1 C. Shredded cheddar cheese
• Sliced green onions for garnish

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Instructions

• Cook the elbow macaroni to your liking.
• Brown the ground beef in a saucepan over medium high heat until cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
• Reduce the heat to a simmer.
• Stir in the beef broth, cheddar cheese soup and picante sauce until well blended.
• Add the shredded cheese on top, place the lid on the saucepan, and simmer until the cheese has melted.
• Garnish with chopped green onions and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 561kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 976mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g

Author: Laura

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How to store Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni?

You can store the Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni in your fridge for short-term leftovers. You also have the ability to put it in the freezer for reheating in the future.  

How to reheat Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni?

The best way to reheat Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni is in a pot on your stove. Heating it at a low temperature so that it rewarms without overcooking is critical. You can also reheat it in your oven as a secondary option, or with a slow cooker.  

How much does Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni last on the fridge?

You want to take into account the cheese when thinking about how long it can last. It is certainly possible for it to last several days in your fridge though to make for good week-long leftovers.

Can I make ahead Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni?

You can absolutely cook Cheesy Picante Beef Macaroni ahead as one of your meals for the week! This is a great idea to help you budget time and has meal preparation done for the family as the busy week starts to roll in.

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