Cheesy Hamburger Mac
Add this yummy cheesy hamburger mac to your menu this week. I know your kids will love this family favorite and clean their plate.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 8 ounces penne pasta 1/2 a box
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start a pot of water boiling and begin cooking the pasta according the instructions.
- While pasta is cooking, add 1 tablespoon butter, garlic, and onions to a large saucepan. Cook until soft, maybe 4-5 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Add in salt and paprika.
- Drain the pasta when done and put aside. Using that same pot, with your heat on low, add in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and flour to begin your cheese sauce.
- Slowly add milk, stirring often.
- Once the sauce has thicken, add shredded cheese to pot and stir until melted.
- Mix the beef mixture, pasta, and cheese sauce all together and serve.