Best 8 Saucy Macaroni Skillet Recipes

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"Saucy macaroni skillet" is a one-pot pasta dish that is simple to make and packed with flavor. With a few basic ingredients, you can create a creamy and cheesy macaroni skillet that is sure to satisfy the whole family. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a comforting dish for a special occasion, this saucy macaroni skillet is sure to become a favorite.

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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.

SAUCY MAC & CHEESE



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I love the curly noodles in this creamy recipe. Cavatappi (aka cellentani pasta) has a corkscrew shape, but any type of spiral noodle will work. This dish is fun to make and looks so pretty topped with extra cheese and crunchy, golden panko. I like to add ground pepper to my serving. -Sara Martin, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cavatappi or spiral pasta
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
3/4 pound Velveeta, cubed
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until golden brown. Remove to a small bowl and set aside. , In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in Velveeta until melted. , Drain pasta; add to cheese mixture. Cook and stir until heated through, 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and bread crumbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661 calories, Fat 36g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 1267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

EASY SKILLET HAMBURGER AND MACARONI DINNER



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I don't know the origin of this recipe, but I've been making it for years, and it was always a family favorite. You can use as much, or as little, cheese as you like and any combination of cheese that suits you. I usually put parmesan down as my first layer, top that with shredded cheddar and then top that with some shredded mozzerella. (I like cheese). I have always used 1 1/2 cups of the dried elbows, 'cause I like my dish a little thicker. Enjoy.

Provided by arroz241_11561377

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 8 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
1/2 medium green pepper, chopped (optional)
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, undrained
1 (12 ounce) can corn, undrained
1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons garlic salt
4 -6 ounces shredded cheese, or
4 -6 ounces shredded cheese, combination
parmesan cheese, cheddar, mozzerella, etc

Steps:

  • Saute ground beef in 12" skillet, until browned, drain most of grease.
  • Add onions and (peppers, if using ) cook 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes,with their liquid (break up tomatoes with fork or clean hands) and, corn with it's liquid and macaroni.
  • Heat to boiling and then reduce heat to medium/low.
  • Cover skillet and cook 20-30 minutes until macaroni is tender. (may need to stir occassionally).
  • Stir in chili powder and garlic salt, blend well.
  • Top with cheese, or cheeses, heat covered for about 5 minutes, or until.
  • cheese is melted.
  • Note: May use garlic powder instead of garlic salt, and then just add salt to taste. If dish seems a little dry as it cooks, may add additional water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.8, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 354.6, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 6.2, Protein 26

CHEESY MACARONI-BEEF SKILLET



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When dinnertime starts with ground beef and a box of mac and cheese, how can you go wrong? This cheesy skillet is destined to become a weeknight staple.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 can (14.5 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups water
1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain.
  • Stir in tomatoes and water; cover. Bring to boil. Stir in Macaroni and the Cheese Sauce Mix; simmer, covered, on medium-low heat 10 min. Stir.
  • Top with shredded cheese. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 790 mg, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 24 g

SKILLET MACARONI & BEEF



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This is an easy to prepare, one skillet dinner. I don't remember where I got it, but my family loves it and asks for it often. It is a good potluck dish if you double, or triple it. People will ask for your goulash recipe.

Provided by Fancy Free

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
8 ounces macaroni, uncooked
1/2 cup onion, minced
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 cup water (I use 1/2 water & 1/2 red wine)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
sliced mushrooms (If using them, add with the macaroni, etc.) (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook beef in a large skillet until no longer red.
  • Remove from skillet, using a slotted spoon so as to save liquid in the skillet.
  • Cook macaroni, onion and green pepper in drippings until macaroni is yellow.
  • Return meat to skillet along with tomato sauce, water, salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Cover and simmer 25 minutes.

SAUCY GROUND BEEF & MACARONI



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This easy ground beef and macaroni skillet gets its creamy, saucy goodness from spaghetti sauce and mayo-with a sprinkle of shredded cheese on top.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
1/2 cup KRAFT Homestyle Mayo
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheeses

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, brown meat in large skillet on medium heat.
  • Drain macaroni and meat. Return meat to skillet. Add macaroni and mayo; mix well. Cook on medium heat 5 to 10 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat. Top with cheese; cover. Let stand 2 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 760 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 26 g

SAUCY MACARONI SKILLET



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Madison, Alabama's Linda Stevens takes mac-and-cheese recipes to a new level with this creamy comfort food full of turkey, vegetables and crunchy almonds. Linda often pops the entree in the oven, but the dish comes together just as successfully on the stovetop.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
4 stalk (blank)s celery ribs, chopped
½ cup chopped green pepper
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup butter, cubed
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
⅔ cup milk
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
3 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimientos, drained
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute the celery, green pepper and onion in butter until tender. Stir in soup and milk until blended. Add the cheese; cook and stir over medium heat until melted.
  • Drain macaroni. Add the macaroni, turkey, pimientos, salt and nutmeg to the soup mixture; cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 123.4 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 40.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 1226.2 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

TACO MACARONI SKILLET



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A Mexican take on classic mac & cheese! This creamy beef and noodle dish is perked up with green chiles, taco seasoning, and tomatoes. Perfect for taco night or any day of the week.

Provided by Ortega

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces extra-lean ground beef
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice, undrained
1 (4 ounce) can Ortega® Mild Diced Green Chiles
1 (1.25 ounce) package Ortega® Taco Seasoning Mix
½ cup dried elbow macaroni
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
⅔ cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Cook beef in a large skillet, stirring frequently, until brown; drain.
  • Stir in water, tomatoes with juice, chiles, and seasoning mix. Cook until mixture comes to a boil.
  • Add pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 14 to 16 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in evaporated milk. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 cup cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top. Cover; let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 47.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 550.9 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

Tips:

  • For a creamy sauce, use whole milk or cream instead of water.
  • Add a tablespoon of Dijon mustard to the sauce for a tangy flavor.
  • Stir in a cup of frozen peas or corn for a pop of color and nutrition.
  • Top the macaroni with shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan cheese before baking.
  • For a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed crackers on top of the macaroni before baking.
  • Serve the macaroni with a side of salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Saucy macaroni skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover macaroni. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give saucy macaroni skillet a try.

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