Best 6 Italian Beef Macaroni Recipes

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Italian beef macaroni is a hearty and flavorful dish made with macaroni, ground beef, a simple tomato sauce, and melted cheese. It's a classic comfort food that is sure to please the whole family. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual get-together, and it's also easy to make ahead of time. If you're looking for a delicious and easy Italian beef macaroni recipe, look no further!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

STOVETOP ITALIAN MACARONI



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It's not every day that a cost-conscious menu pleases both the eye and the stomach, but this scrumptious stovetop entree does just that. -Laila Zvejnieks, Stoney Creek, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups water
1 envelope onion soup mix
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, water, soup mix, Italian seasoning and, if desired, pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Stir in macaroni. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-9 minutes or until macaroni is tender., Remove from the heat; stir in Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

ITALIAN GROUND BEEF AND MACARONI



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Make and share this Italian Ground Beef and Macaroni recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nnreq

Categories     Meat

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup of chopped onion
1/4 cup of chopped green pepper
1/4 cup of chopped celery
1 (8 ounce) can tomatoes
1 (1 ounce) can tomato puree
1 teaspoon oregano leaves
1 teaspoon basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups cooked elbow macaroni (1 cup uncooked)

Steps:

  • Cook beef, onion, green pepper and celery in a large frying pan until beef is browned and onion is clear.
  • Drain.
  • Break up large pieces of tomatoes.
  • Add tomatoes, tomato puree and seasonings to beef mixture.
  • Simmer 15 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Stir in macaroni and heat to serving temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.3, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 36.9, Sodium 142.4, Carbohydrate 25.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 16.1

ITALIAN BEEF MACARONI



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Such a pleaser with not just you adults, but the children as well. They always come back for more. Easy to prepare and can be frozen.

Provided by JoyfulCook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon oil
1 lb ground beef
2 onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
2 teaspoons paprika
4 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
6 ounces macaroni, cooked and drained
14 ounces tomatoes, tinned
2 tablespoons tomato puree
1 beef stock cube

Steps:

  • Heat oil in saucepan. Add the onions and garlic. Cook slowly for 5 minutes or until soft.
  • Add beef to the pan, stirring until it looses the pinkness. Stir in the oregano, basil, tomatoes with the juice, tomato puree, paprika and stock cube.
  • Simmer for about 10 minutes, then toss in a couple of handfuls of the cheese and stir.
  • Mix in the cooked macaroni, stir well and place in pie or casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 20 minutes.
  • Serve with salads and breads.

ITALIAN PASTA AND BEEF BAKE



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Have dinner on the table in less than an hour. With mostaccioli, mushrooms and mozzarella, it's marvelous!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 oz. (1 1/2 cups) uncooked mostaccioli or penne (tube-shaped pasta)
1/2 lb. lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 (15-oz.) can Italian-style tomato sauce
1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained
1 (4.5-oz.) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
2 oz. (1/2 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Cook mostaccioli as directed on package. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain. Stir in tomato sauce, tomatoes and mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat; pour into sprayed baking dish.
  • Add cooked mostaccioli; stir gently to mix. Spray sheet of foil with cooking spray; place sprayed side down on baking dish and seal tightly.
  • Bake at 350°F. for 15 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 3/4 Cups, Sodium 1200 mg, Sugar 8 g

GRANDMA MAUL'S ITALIAN BEEF



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Seasoned with garlic, anise, and sesame seeds, chuck roast is slowly simmered in a crock pot for a delicious Italian Beef.

Provided by Heather Oudman

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 10h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (4 pound) boneless beef chuck roast
½ cup all-purpose flour
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup water
1 tablespoon anise seed
1 tablespoon sesame seed
1 large green bell pepper, julienned

Steps:

  • Rinse and pat dry the roast. Coat the roast evenly with the flour; season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic to the hot oil; sear the beef in the oil until all sides are slightly browned. Transfer the roast to a slow cooker. Pour the water over the roast.
  • Cook on Low for 5 hours. Add the anise seed and sesame seed to the slow cooker and cook another 4 hours. Add the green bell pepper and continue cooking until the meat is tender and easily pulled apart, about 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 43.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SKILLET BEEF AND MACARONI



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I found this simple skillet recipe many years ago on a can label. I made some tweaks, and my family loved it. Because it's so easy to put together, it's a real timesaver for people with super busy schedules. -Maxine Neuhauser, Arcadia, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 package (7 ounces) macaroni
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef and onion until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes. Add more water if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 700mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right pasta. Use a short, sturdy pasta like elbow macaroni, penne, or rigatoni. These pastas will hold up well to the hearty sauce and meat.
  • Brown the beef well. This will give the dish a rich, flavorful base. Be sure to drain off any excess grease before adding the sauce.
  • Use a good-quality sauce. A homemade sauce is always best, but you can also use a store-bought sauce if you're short on time. Just be sure to choose a sauce that is flavorful and not too sweet.
  • Add plenty of cheese. Cheese is what makes this dish so comforting and delicious. Use a combination of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will prevent it from becoming mushy in the sauce.
  • Serve immediately. Italian beef macaroni is best served hot and fresh out of the oven. Top with additional cheese and parsley, if desired.

Conclusion:

Italian beef macaroni is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover beef. With a few simple ingredients and a little effort, you can create a meal that your whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give Italian beef macaroni a try!

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