Best 11 Cheating Cheeseburger Macaroni Recipes

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Cheating cheeseburger macaroni is an irresistible dish that combines the flavors of a juicy cheeseburger with the comforting goodness of macaroni and cheese. Made using simple, affordable ingredients found in most kitchens, this one-pot meal brings together ground beef, your favorite macaroni, cheese, and a hint of seasonings to create a dish that is sure to please the whole family. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy dinner option or a fun and flavorful dish to share at a potluck, this recipe has you covered. With a few simple steps and just a bit of time, you'll have a mouthwatering meal that is both satisfying and delicious. So, let's get cooking and explore the delightful world of cheesy cheeseburger macaroni!

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI SKILLET



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This is the ultimate simple and fulfilling dinner that uses items I typically have in my cupboard. It's so easy to prepare and cooking all in one skillet makes it a snap for clean up. -Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
8 ounces uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni
3 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
3/4 cup fat-free milk
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain., Stir in macaroni, broth, milk, ketchup, steak seasoning, mustard and onion powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir in cheese until melted. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Our family of four loves this creamy and cheesy casserole so much that we have few leftovers. It's a delicious quick meal for those busy days on the farm.-Carol Buckman, Colony, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
1 cup shredded process cheese (Velveeta)
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a bowl, combine soups, milk, basil and pepper; mix well. Stir in beef mixture. Fold in macaroni and cheese. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 846mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CHEATING CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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This is one of those happy accidents that happened when I had to make up dinner from what I had in the cabinet. It serves a whole family and the kids love it. I used a mixture of what was left in the bottom of the pasta boxes for the pasta. Any short pasta will work. Try adding broccoli, peas or carrots as a variation.

Provided by HALLJ6

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package dry penne pasta
1 ½ pounds ground beef
¼ cup chopped onion
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of onion soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup with herbs
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup
1 cup water
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion; cook, stirring to crumble the beef, until evenly browned. Drain off excess grease, and mix in the cream of onion soup, cream of chicken soup, and Cheddar cheese soup, along with the water and sour cream. Simmer over medium heat for a few minutes. Stir in the cooked pasta, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 66.5 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 824.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

HOMEMADE CHEESEBURGER MACARONI HAMBURGER HELPER



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We like Hamburger Helper but we don't like the MSG or other icky ingredients! You can prepare "sauce packets" ahead of time to save time. Increase/alter seasonings and/or cheese to suit your tastes!

Provided by MDMama

Categories     Meat

Time 22m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb 92% lean ground beef (or your preferred type)
1 cup hot water
2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded, plus more for topping, if desired)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in a large skillet. Drain.
  • Add hot water, milk, pasta and "sauce packet" ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer 12 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  • In the last few minutes of cook time, add cheese, stir and re-cover.
  • When pasta is tender and cheese is melted, remove heat and uncover.
  • Let stand about 5 minutes. Sauce will thicken as it stands.
  • Top with additional cheese if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 961.9, Fat 49, SaturatedFat 22.8, Cholesterol 270.5, Sodium 1049.5, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 85.3

LIKE HAMBURGER HELPER CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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This recipe is a very inexpensive meal that makes super creamy hamburger helper. I like hamburger helper but it always dries out too fast. This recipe doesn't. Even the next day it stays super creamy!

Provided by MissMia

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb hamburger, browned
1 cup milk
2 cups water
3 (7 1/4 ounce) packages Kraft macaroni and cheese (for 2 of the macaroni & cheese boxes use only the cheese mix & save the macaroni for soup or somethi)
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (to taste)

Steps:

  • Brown the hamburger in a dutch oven or 12 inch skillet. When browned, drain off fat. Rinse the hamburger, to make it lower in fat, if desired. It doesn't hurt the taste at all.
  • Add the milk, butter, water, cheese package mixes, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add macaroni.
  • Cover and reduce heat to low and simmer for about 7 minutes or until the macaroni is tender.
  • Add garlic powder and season with salt to your taste.
  • Add the cubed cream cheese and stir until melted and blended.
  • Serve immediately. Yummy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 707.5, Fat 45.9, SaturatedFat 22.4, Cholesterol 187.2, Sodium 1342.5, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 43.2

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI CASSEROLE



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This taste better then hamburger helper and my kids love it!

Provided by cspeer1

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Noodles

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add ground beef back to skillet and mix in tomatoes; season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir mixture until tomatoes are heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer beef mixture to a casserole dish; top with cooked macaroni. Spread cream cheese over macaroni and sprinkle Cheddar cheese over cream cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 45 minutes. Cool casserole for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 123.2 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 22.3 g, Sodium 571.9 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CHEATING CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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This is one of those happy accidents that happened when I had to make up dinner from what I had in the cabinet. It serves a whole family and the kids love it. I used a mixture of what was left in the bottom of the pasta boxes for the pasta. Any short pasta will work. Try adding broccoli, peas or carrots as a variation.

Provided by HALLJ6

Categories     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package dry penne pasta
1 ½ pounds ground beef
¼ cup chopped onion
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of onion soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup with herbs
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup
1 cup water
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion; cook, stirring to crumble the beef, until evenly browned. Drain off excess grease, and mix in the cream of onion soup, cream of chicken soup, and Cheddar cheese soup, along with the water and sour cream. Simmer over medium heat for a few minutes. Stir in the cooked pasta, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 66.5 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 824.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CALIFORNIA CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Feel the California love with this yummy cheeseburger mac riff on the west coast drive-through classic.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
2 cups milk
1 cup hot water
1 box Hamburger Helper™ cheeseburger macaroni
2 cups frozen French fries (from 26-oz package), cooked as directed on package
1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing
1 medium tomato, diced
1/4 cup dill pickle relish

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions brown; transfer to small bowl.
  • In same skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in mustard, milk, hot water, and uncooked pasta and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper™ box). Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 9 to 11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  • Arrange cooked French fries over mixture in skillet; top with onions. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with tomato and relish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1300 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1/2 g

LOADED CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
3/4 cup hot water
2 cups milk
1 box Hamburger Helper™ cheeseburger macaroni
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons yellow mustard

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, brown beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in hot water, milk, sauce mix and uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper box), tomatoes, relish and mustard. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 960 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI RECIPE



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Forget Hamburger Helper - this made-from-scratch Cheeseburger Macaroni is my kids' favorite meal. This macaroni and cheese recipe is a fast dinner for those busy nights (and adults love it too) and is the perfect family easy dinner recipe.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning (or about 1 ounce)
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilis (such as a 10 ounce can of Rotel)
2 cups beef broth
1 cup elbow macaroni
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp flour
3/4 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground pepper

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef and drain grease.
  • Stir in taco seasoning, tomatoes, beef broth, and macaroni and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover pan. Simmer 12-14 minutes until macaroni is tender.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking for 2-3 minutes until it becomes fragrant and starts to turn a light brown color.
  • Whisk in the milk and bring to a boil. Whisk until smooth and mixture starts to thicken. Remove mixture from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add the salt and pepper to the cheese sauce.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over the hamburger mixture. Stir gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 1184 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup diced onion
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp season salt
1/8 tsp pepper to taste
1 tsp sugar
1 cup hot water
2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups uncooked macaroni
1 cup sharp shredded cheddar

Steps:

  • In a large deep skillet brown your hamburger and diced onion. Drain any excess fat off the meat. Add cornstarch to meat mixture and mix well. Add paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, season salt, sugar, pepper, water, pasta and milk to hamburger meat and bring to a boil. Lower your heat and allow mixture to simmer with the lid on for 8 - 10 minutes, until pasta is done cooking. Add cheddar cheese and turn off heat. Stir until the cheese is melted. let sit 5 minutes to thicken before serving.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh ground beef, sharp cheddar cheese, and flavorful pasta sauce.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Al-dente pasta is best because it will hold its shape and not get mushy.
  • Brown the ground beef thoroughly before adding it to the sauce. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the meat from becoming dry.
  • Use a variety of cheeses to create a complex and flavorful sauce. Cheddar is a classic, but you can also add mozzarella, Parmesan, or even Gruyère.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings. You can add anything from sliced jalapeños to crispy bacon to a fried egg.

Conclusion:

Cheating Cheeseburger Macaroni is a quick and easy meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. It's a great way to use up leftover cheeseburger patties or ground beef, and it's also a great meal for a weeknight dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will love.

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